Institutional Partnerships

Invest in the Arts. Build Community. Amplify Impact.

Theatre Cedar Rapids thrives through collaboration—with audiences, artists, educators, volunteers, and community partners. Institutional support fuels the work that occurs onstage, in classrooms, and throughout our community.
Our partners share a commitment to acessibility, creativity, education, and cultural vitality. Together, we amplify the impact of live performance as a force for connection, growth, and vibrant community life.

Whether your organization is a business, foundation, government entity, or nonprofit collaborator, we invite you to explore strategic partnership opportunities that align with your goals and values.
CONTACT OUR DEVELOPMENT TEAM

Why Partner with Theatre Cedar Rapids

Be Part of Something Bigger

Supporting TCR means supporting high-quality theatre, inclusive arts education, and community-centered cultural experiences that reach tens of thousands of people each year.

Reach a Broad, Engaged Audience

Our season attracts diverse audiences across generations, with strong community participation in both mainstage productions and education programs.

Align with Community Impact

Partnership with TCR is more than visibility—it's a shared investment in downtown Cedar Rapids, arts access, lifelong learning, and regional cultural growth.

Flexible Collaboration Models

We work with partners to define meaningful benefits that support your organizational priorities—whether visibility, employee engaggement, education outcomes, or civic leadership.

Partnership Opportunities

Season & Production Sponsorhship

  • Title and presenting sponsorships
  • Show-specific underwriting
  • Marketing and brand exposure across media
  • Enhanced audience engagement experiences

Example benefits may include logo placement, recognition in playbills and on website, priority tickets, event invites, etc.

Education & Community Program Support

Help expand access to creative learning:

  • Sponsorship of youth and adult classes
  • Support for Pay-What-You-Can education model
  • School engagement opportunity underwriting
  • Workforce and professional development alliances

These partnerships help ensure that theatre education remains accessible and impactful.

Annual Fund & 
Strategic Gifts

Institutional partners also support TCR through general operating support that keeps the organization responsive, vibrant, and mission-driven across seasons.

Annual gifts can be structured to align with your organization's philanthropic priorities and desired outcomes.

In-Kind & Asset Support

Many organizations support TCR through non-monetary resources:

  • Venue or facility partnerships
  • Guest artist housing
  • Professional services
  • Media and technology support
  • Materials or supply support
  • Event collaborations

Sponsorship Levels & Benefits (2025-2026 Season)

TCR offers a range of sponsorship opportunities designed to align with your organization's goals and level of investment. Sponsorships provide meaningful visibility, engagement with our audiences, and a tangible way to support theatre, education, and community impact in Cedar Rapids. Benefits increase with sponsorship level and can be customized in collaboration with our development team.

Community & Grandon Sponsorships

  • Name Listed on Website
  • Name Acknowledged in Digital Playbill
  • 50% Off Tickets*
  • 50% Off Exclusive Advertising*
  • 25% Off Venue Rental**
  • Logo Included in Digital Playbill
  • Logo Linked on Website & Social Media Accounts

All General Season Supporter Benefits, PLUS:

  • Name Included in Pre-Show Curtain Speech

All Grandon Level 1 & Concert Sponsorship Benefits, PLUS:

  • Logo Included on Printed Ads & Postcard Marketing
  • Logo Included in Printed Playbill
  • Full-Page Thank-You Ad in Digital Playbill

Auditorium & Title Sponsorships

  • Name Listed on Website
  • Name Acknowledged in Digital Playbill
  • 50% Off Tickets*
  • 50% Off Exclusive Advertising*
  • 25% Off Venue Rental**
  • Logo Included in Digital Playbill as a Sponsor
  • Logo Linked on Website & Social Media Accounts
  • Logo Included on Lobby Sponsor Board
  • Name Included on Print Ads & Postcards
  • Name Included in Pre-Show Curtain Speech

All Auditorium Artist Sponsor Benefits, PLUS:

  • 1/2-Page Thank-You Ad in Playbill
  • Logo Included in Printed Playbill

All Artist Sponsor Benefits, PLUS:

  • Logo Included on Print Ads & Postcard Marketing
  • Name Included in TV and Radio Advertising
  • Full-Page Color Thank-You Ad in Digital Playbill
* Tickets and advertising available at 50% off retail price.
** Venue rental discounts subject to availability and coordination with the TCR staff.

Prefer a Two-Page Printout?

Download the 2025-2026 Sponsorship Levels & Benefits (PDF).

How to Become a Partner

Step 1 – Let's Talk

Contact our development team to share your interests and goals.

Step 2 – Explore Options

We'll identify the partnership structure that best aligns with your organization's mission and audience.

Step 3 – Define Benefits

Together, we'll craft a benefits package that maximizes your impact and visibility.

Step 4 – Launch & Engage

Once confirmed, we'll roll out partner recognition and begin activation across your selected season or program.

Ready to Explore a Partnership?

Jacob Kilburg
Senior Manager of Giving & Outreach
319-366-8591 ext. 204
CONTACT OUR DEVELOPMENT TEAM

Frequently Asked Questions

Businesses, foundations, civic agencies, nonprofits, and educational organizations all partner with TCR to support art, education, and community impact.
Yes—many organizations choose multi-year commitments for sustained impact.
Absolutely. We work with partners to tailor benefits to align with your mission and needs.
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