Margarita
& Family of Jazz
Sep. 30
Info & Tickets
Be a part of our history. Your contribution makes a direct difference for this growing festival, and in turn, for the careers of dance artists whose dedication inspires us all!
As FFDN returns in-person to theatres, and continues digital programs, your support is vital to our success. Our audiences often ask, “How do you do all this for $15 a ticket?” and the answer is that we don’t: it’s people like you, who believe in the power of dance, that make Fall for Dance North possible.
We are tremendously thankful for your belief in our mission over the pandemic. You are a part of FFDN’s history and a part of our future. Your continued support ensures that audiences from across Toronto and beyond can gather to be inspired, moved and heartened by the magic of dance.
Fall for Dance North is a not-for-profit organization and registered charity.
Registered Charitable Number 84270 1179 RR0001
There are many ways to donate to FFDN.
Gifts by Credit Card
Donations by e-Transfer
FFDN is pleased to accept donations by e-Transfer (Canadian banks only). Please send e-transfers to: accounting@ffdnorth.com. No password is required. Charitable receipts will be issued in a timely manner by FFDN to the email used by the donor.
Donations by Cheque
FFDN gratefully accepts donations made by cheque. Please make cheques payable to “Fall for Dance North Festival Inc.” and mail your donation to:
Fall for Dance North Festival Inc.
4936 Yonge Street, Suite 230
Toronto, ON M2N 6S3
Matching Gifts
Many corporations match employee charitable donations and increase the impact of your gift. Please consider directing matching funds, if available, to FFDN. For questions, contact Director of Advancement and Philanthropy Melissa Forstner at melissa@ffdnorth.com or 416-907-4334.
Gifts of Securities
Gifts of securities may be made online through Canada Helps:
Gifts of securities may also be made by transfer from your broker. For more information, please contact Director of Advancement and Philanthropy Melissa Forstner at melissa@ffdnorth.com or 416-907-4334.
Aeroplan Miles
Donations of Aeroplan miles help us reduce the expense of bringing Canadian and international artists to the Festival. Donating Aeroplan Miles is easy and makes a tremendous difference to our travel budget. Aeroplan will top up all Aeroplan Miles donated to FFDN by 10%!
As a not-for-profit charitable organization, Fall for Dance North depends on the enthusiastic support of volunteers to help make our festival happen! Click here to learn more about our upcoming volunteer opportunities.
FFDN nurtures the future of professional dance. Private donations are vital to our work, have seen us through the darkest times, and are lighting the way to the future. The impact of our Patrons’ Circle cannot be overstated. Your generosity confirms that dance is important - that the beauty of movement universally speaks to our humanity and a vision for a better world.
Membership begins at the Inner Circle level with an annual donation of $1,000. Artists’ Circle Members and above may choose to be recognized as supporting a particular artist or company on the festival program.*
Patrons’ Circle membership deepens your connection with artists. Through FFDN’s Special Events Series, members have the opportunity to go behind the scenes, catch exclusive previews, and socialize with artists and creative leaders in the artform. With cautious optimism, we are planning a return to in-person events in 2022; however, gatherings may be virtual in order to comply with health and safety regulations.
*Please see the chart below for additional benefits at every level of membership.
DIRECTOR'S CIRCLE
($25,000+)
X
X
10
X
Program, Artist, Company or Musician
BENEFACTOR
($10,000-24,999)
X
X
8
X
Artist, Company or Musician
ARTISTS' CIRCLE
($5,000-9,999)
X
X
6
X
Artist, Company or Musician
AMBASSADOR
($2,500-4,999)
X
X
4
X
INNER CIRCLE
($1,000-2499)
X
X
2
X
*Program, Artist, Company or Musician to be chosen in cosultation with the Artistic Director. Print deadlines may apply in some cases.
Karen Sparks, Chair
Cheryl Ferguson
Lorne Fox
Mary Gore
Calvin Lei
Joan Lozinski
Heather Ogden
Sonia Rodriguez
We are seeking volunteers who are passionate about dance, love supporting the arts, and are eager to make new connections for Fall For Dance North! If this sounds like an exciting opportunity to you, please reach out to Director of Advancement and Philanthropy Melissa Forstner at melissa@ffdnorth.com for more information.
Fall for Dance North is tremendously grateful to each and every friend and supporter whose thoughtful donation keeps our ticket prices affordable and our performances accessible. Thank you for your support!
We would like to specially acknowledge the members of our Patrons’ Circle, for their remarkable generosity.
John and Claudine Bailey
The Renette and David Berman Family Foundation
The Di Biase Family
Hal Jackman Foundation
Kate Schatzky and Shawn Kimel
Joan and Jerry Lozinski
Gretchen and Donald Ross, O.C.
Anonymous
The Honorable Margaret Norrie McCain
Metcalf Foundation
Sandra and Jim Pitblado
Neera and Deepak Chopra
Frederick and Anne Conlin
Jane Corkin
Mary and Robert Gore
Karen Green
Elliott Kornhauser
Philip and Sherri Lieberman
Ned and Georgina McLennan
Margaret McNee and Nancy McNee
Larry Williamson and Karin Schemeit
Jovana Blagotic
Jeanie Davis
Eileen Farrow
Cheryl Ferguson
IATSE Local 58 Charitable Fund
Melissa Forstner and Steven Schwartz
The Lindy Green Family Charitable Foundation
Davee Gunn & Virginia Burt
Gerry Hannochko and Cecelia Paolucci
K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation
Ming Ou and Jim Hwang
Ilter Ibrahimof
Donald K. Johnson, O.C.
Krista Kerr
Dr. Calvin Lei
Plan Group
Karen Sparks
Julia Blackburn and David Briskin
Cecily and Robert Bradshaw
Judi Conacher
Jeffrey Douglas and Steve Yeates
Lorne Fox
Cara Grant
Laura Hage
Sharon Hsu
Ketchum Canada Inc.
Denise Ireland and Harry Underwood
Kevin Law and Jennifer Kropac
Claire Lehan
Curtis and Lori Link
Don and Loraine Loeb
Jan McCrae
Julie Medland
Diane Morgan
LJ Nagel and Stan Solomon
Heather Ogden and Guillaume Côté
Diana Reitberger & Harry Beck
Stephanie Roberts and Kevin Hamilton
Sonia Rodriguez
Emma Sako
Caron Thorburn Institute
Lenore Walters
The Wilcox Family
Valerie Wilder
Cornell and Sarah Wright
Anonymous
Chances are that FFDN reaches your demographic in Toronto’s downtown core and beyond. We fill theatres, including Toronto’s largest - the iconic Meridian Hall - with audiences of every age through our affordable ticket pricing. World-class programming brings in the dance aficionado and the dance curious. Diversity and accessibility are at the heart of our festival, welcoming audiences and artists that reflect the multiculturalism of our city. And with hybrid presentation, we impact audiences in-person and digitally - across the country and around the world.
Please contact us to learn more about how FFDN can craft unique marketing opportunities for your business, deliver on your corporation’s philanthropic objectives, and move your audience - because it is also ours.
Opportunities are virtually unlimited and can include:
Please contact Director of Advancement and Philanthropy Melissa Forstner, melissa@ffdnorth.com or Marketing Manager Anthony Pingitore, marketing@ffdnorth.com for more information.