Your Gift Makes the Difference

Our generous individual donors provide the essential support that allows Steppenwolf to be a leader in American theatre, developing innovative new work and providing a home for the industry's most talented artists.

We are truly grateful for the partnership of our donors, and we are proud to offer a variety of benefits to bring them closer to this exciting work.

Need more information or have a question about your benefits?
Contact Jessica Gretch, Individual Giving Manager. 

Annual Fund

Annual Fund donors receive a variety of special event benefits designed to bring them closer to the artists of Steppenwolf. For more information, call (312) 654-5618.

Friends ($100+)

  • Access to the LIGHTS UP Donor Newsletter
  • A 15% discount on any single ticket order (restrictions apply)

Designers ($250+)

  • Yearlong recognition in our digital program book
  • A poster from the Steppenwolf season
  • Invitation to an exclusive Steppenwolf donor event and reception

Ensemble ($500+)

  • A 10% voucher for the gift shop, redeemable for Steppenwolf merchandise
  • Two complimentary drink tickets for beverages at any of Steppenwolf's three bars
  • Invitation for two to a Directors Circle Front Row event

Producers ($1,000+)

  • An invitation for two to a Steppenwolf Membership Series Opening Night event
  • Advance access to purchase tickets for our high-profile productions
  • A poster from the Steppenwolf season, autographed by the cast

Please note: benefits are cumulative across levels

Directors Circle

The Directors Circle is a distinguished group of individuals who support annual operations at Steppenwolf and enjoy VIP privileges. For more information or to join, please contact Jessica Gretch or fill out this secure form.

Benefactor – Gifts of $2,000 to $4,999
  • Choice of two subscriptions with guaranteed prime seating (benefits valued at $700) OR an Anytime Black card with six ticket credits (see https://www.steppenwolf.org/memberships/black-card/ for details; benefits valued at $368)
  • Personal customer service with dedicated staff to handle inquiries and VIP ticketing privileges
  • Three Front Row events each season: special events featuring Steppenwolf artists in conversation about their work 
  • One round of complimentary beverages at any of Steppenwolf’s three bars 
  • Autographed show poster of your choice 
  • Yearlong recognition on website and digital program
 
Patron – Gifts of $5,000 to $9,999
  • Choice of two subscriptions with guaranteed prime seating and option to choose Opening Night performance series (benefits valued at $900) OR an Anytime Black card with six ticket credits (see https://www.steppenwolf.org/memberships/black-card/ for details; benefits valued at $368)
  • Invitation to one Opening Night Celebration during the season, including pre-show dinner and post-show party
  • Recognition on Lobby Donor Wall 
  • All Benefactor benefits
 
Distinguished Patron – Gifts of $10,000 to $14,999
  • Choice of two subscriptions with guaranteed prime seating and option to choose Opening Night series (benefits valued at $1,000) OR an Anytime Black card with six ticket credits (see https://www.steppenwolf.org/memberships/black-card/ for details; benefits valued at $368)
  • Invitation to all Opening Night Celebrations during the season, including pre-show dinners and post-show parties
  • Complimentary Steppenwolf Garage parking for one vehicle on your performance nights at the theater
  • Concierge services for Broadway and regional theaters
  • All Patron benefits

Individual Production Sponsorship

Our artists' visions come to life because of the leadership support of Individual Production Sponsors. For more information about sponsorship, contact Eric Evenskaas, Director of Development, at 312-654-5615.

Individual Production Sponsor ($15,000 to $24,999)

  • Seating for 4 at Opening Night performance and pre-show dinner of your sponsored production
  • Recognition as a Production Sponsor on program book, opening night invitation and lobby signage; plus year-long recognition on lobby donor wall and website
  • Opportunity to host a sponsor night during the run with 6 tickets and a toast backstage with the cast after performance
  • Invitations for two to all Opening Nights during the season
  • Two Directors Circle memberships, including VIP subscriptions and ticketing privileges and complimentary valet parking for one vehicle on your performance nights
  • Opportunity to name a seat in the Downstairs Theatre (for first time at giving level)

Grand Production Sponsor ($25,000 to $49,999)

  • All benefits of Individual Production Sponsor with an increase to 10 tickets for your sponsor night or to use throughout the production’s run
  • Opportunity for private tour of the theater with artistic or production staff
  • Invitations to exclusive dinners with Steppenwolf artists to learn about projects in development

Premier Production Sponsor ($50,000 to $99,999)

  • All benefits of Grand Production Sponsor
  • Private dinner for 10 on the Ensemble Theater stage

Lead Production Sponsor ($100,000+)

  • Full recognition and benefits customized to donor