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Legacy Giving
Why Join The Legacy Society?
The BalletX Legacy Society recognizes and celebrates supporters who include BalletX in their estate plans, helping to secure the future of bold, innovative dance. Through a planned gift, members create a lasting impact by sustaining the creation of new work, supporting artists, and expanding access to dance, ensuring that BalletX continues to inspire audiences and enrich our community for years to come.
Ways To Give
Wills and Living Trusts
A bequest made through your will or trust is one of the simplest ways to make a lasting impact. You can designate a specific amount, percentage, or remainder of your estate to support BalletX’s future.
Beneficiary Designations
By naming BalletX as a beneficiary of an IRA, retirement plan, annuity, or life insurance policy, you can create a meaningful legacy without updating your will or trust.
Gifts of Stock or Appreciated Assets
Donating stock or other assets that have grown in value can be a tax-efficient way to support BalletX and strengthen our mission to make Philadelphia a destination for bold new contemporary ballet.
Donor-Advised Funds
You may designate part or all of the remaining balance of your donor-advised fund to support BalletX, ensuring that your philanthropic intentions continue well into the future.
Contact Us
We would be happy to talk with you about how a legacy gift can reflect your values while supporting the art, artists, and community you love at BalletX. Please contact James Ihde, Director of Major Giving, at [email protected] or (215) 225-5389 x106 for a confidential conversation.
If you are ready to take the next step, you can complete our Legacy Society Pledge Form. This simple form allows you to document your intentions and ensure your gift is aligned with your wishes. Thank you for sharing your legacy with BalletX!
Donor Stories
Mary Kirson & Bob Bierman
Mary Kirson and Bob Bierman are passionate, long-time supporters of the company and champions of BalletX’s Legacy Society.
“We were lucky enough to find BalletX shortly after moving to Philadelphia 13 years ago. Since then we have been fervent supporters of this wonderful company. Truth be told, they have become family to us. As family, we want them to enjoy many years of growth while they continue to entertain, enrich, educate, and bring joy to dance lovers all over the world. To help BalletX achieve this goal, we have included a bequest as part of our estate planning. We hope you will join us as members of the Legacy Society by including BalletX in your estate planning as well!”
Joan DeJean Innovation Fund
Through her transformative legacy gift, Joan DeJean is helping to ensure that our commitment to innovative programming, boundary-pushing collaborations, and live music will continue to inspire and connect audiences for years to come. “I decided years ago to leave my estate to cultural organizations. This country does next to nothing to keep the arts going, and without them, where would we be? BalletX has and continues to do fabulous things. I predict that the years ahead will be your best, and I want to help make that possible for you.” -Joan DeJean
