Support
Thank you for your interest in supporting Fall for Dance North! We are Toronto’s premier international dance festival because of every single person who has supported us along the way. Your contributions make a direct difference - keeping ticket prices affordable and casting a spotlight on the unique voices and practices of incredible dance artists, in Canada and around the globe.
Please be an active participant in our community and support the performing arts in any way you can. Dance organizations and artists were among the first hit and are the slowest to recover from the pandemic. Yet dance endures as a universal language through which to understand, heal and inspire.
As a not-for-profit organization and registered charity (Registered Charitable Number 84270 1179 RR0001), Fall for Dance North relies on donations to keep the festival going.
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.
In-Kind Support
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 Points
Donations of Aeroplan points help us reduce the expense of bringing Canadian and international artists to the Festival. Donating Aeroplan Points is easy and makes a tremendous difference to our travel budget. Aeroplan will top up all Aeroplan Points donated to FFDN by 10%!
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 envisions a better world.
Membership begins at the Inner Circle level with an annual donation of $1,000. For Artists’ Circle Members ($5,000) and above, the Artistic Director will suggest a particular artist or company on the festival program with which to align your donation.
Patrons’ Circle membership deepens your connection with artists. Through Patron's Circle Events Series, members have the opportunity to go behind the scenes, catch exclusive previews, and socialize with artists and creative leaders in the art form.
Fall for Dance North 2023 Patrons' Circle Benefits
DIRECTOR'S CIRCLE
($25,000+)
Charitable Tax Receipt
X
Foxtrot Newsletter and Advance Notices
X
Membership Recognition
- Pre- and Post -Show Reels
- Program Lightbox
- Patrons' Circle
Complimentary Festival Single Tickets
10
Invitation to Patrons' Circle Event Series
X
Programming Recognition*
Program, Artist, Company or Musician
BENEFACTOR
($10,000-24,999)
Charitable Tax Receipt
X
Foxtrot Newsletter and Advance Notices
X
Membership Recognition
- Program Lightbox
- Patrons' Circle
Complimentary Festival Single Tickets
8
Invitation to Patrons' Circle Event Series
X
Programming Recognition*
Artist, Company or Musician
ARTISTS' CIRCLE
($5,000-9,999)
Charitable Tax Receipt
X
Foxtrot Newsletter and Advance Notices
X
Membership Recognition
- Program Lightbox
- Patrons' Circle
Complimentary Festival Single Tickets
6
Invitation to Patrons' Circle Event Series
X
Programming Recognition*
Artist, Company or Musician
AMBASSADOR
($2,500-4,999)
Charitable Tax Receipt
X
Foxtrot Newsletter and Advance Notices
X
Membership Recognition
- Patrons' Circle
Complimentary Festival Single Tickets
4
Invitation to Patrons' Circle Event Series
X
Programming Recognition*
INNER CIRCLE
($1,000-2499)
Charitable Tax Receipt
X
Foxtrot Newsletter and Advance Notices
X
Membership Recognition
- Patrons' Circle
Complimentary Festival Single Tickets
2
Invitation to Patrons' Circle Event Series
X
Programming Recognition*
*Program, Artist, Company or Musician to be chosen in consultation with the Artistic Director. Print deadlines may apply in some cases.
We would like to give a special thank you to the following volunteers who help drive the Patrons’ Circle membership throughout the year:
Karen Sparks, Chair
Lorne Fox
Mary Gore
Joan Lozinski
Heather Ogden
Sonia Rodriguez
Interested in becoming a Patrons’ Circle Committee Member?
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.
A New Patrons Experience for Young Professionals
FFDN UNPARALLELED is a new young professionals subscription series for the dance lover, the dance curious, and anyone - ages 19 - 40 - who enjoys the Toronto arts scene.
FFDN UNPARALLELED subscribers will explore a curation of cutting-edge contemporary dance performances selected by FFDN Artistic Director Ilter Ibrahimof, go behind the scenes with dance artists, enjoy additional pop-up events - and charitably support FFDN at the same time.
FFDN UNPARALLELED is co-chaired by Anthony Chung and Kulin Matchhar.
BONUS PERFORMANCE ADDED TO THE SERIES!
Le Patin Libre's MURMURATIONS is now included in the 2024 Unparalleled subscription at no extra charge!
FFDN UNPARALLELED 2024 Schedule:
February 1
Carmen
By Compañía Nacional de Danza
Presented by TO Live
Meridian Hall
April 18
Swan Lakes
By Gauthier Dance//Dance Company Theaterhaus Stuttgart
Presented by Harbourfront Torque Series
Fleck Dance Theatre
April 27
Murmuration*
Co-Presented by Fall for Dance North, TO Live and Le Patin Libre
Leaside Memorial Community Gardens Arena, Bert F. Grant Rink
*with post-show skating party
May 16
Living Dances
Choreographed by James Kudelka
Presented by Citadel + Compagnie
The Citadel
October
Signature Programme
Fall for Dance North 10th Anniversary Festival**
PLUS Pop Ups - performances and events!
Subscriber Perks:
Discounts! FFDN has secured ticket discounts on premium seats for you.
Drinks! As part of the Unparalleled experience, you are invited to attend pre- or post-performance drinks with dance artists on the program, on-site or in a nearby location. Additional fees may apply.
Connections! You will connect with other young leaders for conversation, community, and learning about the ecosystem of Toronto dance and beyond. There will also be opportunities to mingle with FFDN executive volunteers and board members.
Pop-Ups! FFDN loves a pop-up event and you may be invited to studio visits, an FFDN Patrons’ Circle event, an exclusive festival experience and/or festival lounge, as opportunities develop.
Doing Good! Your donation supports FFDN, the professional international dance festival that makes the art form affordable and accessible. A charitable receipt for the maximum allowable amount will be issued.
2024 FFDN Unparelleled Members
Anthony Chung
Unparalleled Co-Chair
Arts Administrator
Kulin Matchhar
Unparalleled Co-Chair
Leadership Gifts Officer (Philanthropic Advisor)
Jemin Patel
Assurance Accountant at EY LLP
Rachel McMillan
Partner at Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP
Maureen Barnes
Law Clerk
Nazli Nahidi
Senior Philanthropy Manager at Crow's Theatre
Emad Ghattas
Senior Associate at Goldsmith Borgal & Company Ltd. Architects
Sarah Heim
Director, Development Volunteer Partnerships at University of Toronto
How to Join
To join FFDN UNPARALLELED or for further information, please contact unparalleled@ffdnorth.com.
Subscription Price
Total Early Bird Subscription Price: $450
*Price may increase January 1, 2024
Includes:
- 1 premium seat to each of the 5 shows above
- 1 drink ticket for each of the 5 pre- or post-performance events
- $300 annual charitable donation to FFDN*
- Option to purchase a “Bring a Guest” subscription for an additional $150
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can’t make a performance on the 2024 season schedule?
We know that everyone is busy and sometimes you just can’t do everything. For that reason, FFDN UNPARALLELED allows members to transfer their tickets to a different show. For example, if you are busy on February 1 when we go to see Carmen, just let us know. We can get you two tickets to Swan Lakes or one of our other shows, instead.
How do I sign up and pay?
Send an email to unparalleled@ffdnorth.com to sign up. We will reach out to collect payment for the ticket subscription ($150).Your tax-deductible charitable donation will be made through Canada Helps and a charitable receipt will be issued for the full amount of the donation ($300). Monthly payment plans are also available for the donation portion and can start as low as $25/month.
Can I bring a friend?
Absolutely! The more the merrier! FFDN UNPARALLELED has a bring a friend option with your subscription. Sign up for one membership ($450 total including the charitable donation) and you can add a Bring a Guest ticket subscription for $150.
As Co-Chairs of FFDN Unparalleled, we are so excited for a second season experiencing Toronto’s amazing dance scene, meeting new friends and making new professional connections. We’d love for you to come with!
Anthony Chung and Kulin Matchhar
Co-Chairs of FFDN Unparalleled
Want to learn more about FFDN?
Read about FFDN's Mission & Values
Read about Our Story
Photo credits:
LE CHANT DU CYGNE: LE LAC by Marie Chouinard, Photo courtesy of the artist. | Milana Glumicic, Raoul Wilke and Esie Mensah at 8-COUNT film series premiere at Betty Oliphant Theatre during FFDN festival 2022. Photo by Marlowe Porter. | Kulin Matchhar, Anthony Chung, Joan Lozinski and guests. Photo by Bruce Zinger. FFDN
Fall for Dance North is tremendously grateful to each and every person whose thoughtful donation keeps our ticket prices affordable and our performances accessible. Thank you for your support!
Patrons' Circle
As we look toward our 10th anniversary season, FFDN would like to specifically acknowledge the members of our 2023 Patrons’ Circle, for their remarkable generosity.
Director’s Circle ($25,000+)
Azrieli Foundation
John and Claudine Bailey
The Renette and David Berman Family Foundation
Hal Jackman Foundation
Joan and Jerry Lozinski
Anonymous
Benefactors ($10,000 - $24,999)
Elliott Kornhauser
The Honorable Margaret Norrie McCain
Julie Medland
Artists’ Circle ($5,000 - $9,999)
Canada-Israel Cultural Foundation
Bruce Cooper and Marie Campbell
Frederick and Anne Conlin
Jeanie Davis
Eileen Farrow
Linda Frum and Howard Sokolowski Foundation
Mary and Robert Gore
Lindy Green Family Foundation
Davee Gunn and Virginia Burt
Gerry Hannochko and Cecelia Paolucci
KJ Harrison Investors and The Lieberman Family
Michelle Koerner
William Acton and Susan Loube
Ned and Georgina McLennan
Margaret McNee and Nancy McNee
Larry Williamson and Karin Schemeit
Nan and Jack Wiseman Family Fund
Ambassadors ($2,500 - $4,999)
IATSE Local 58 Charitable Fund
Melissa Forstner and Steven Schwartz
Jim Hwang
Krista Kerr
Curtis and Lori Link
Emma Sako
Karen Sparks
Valerie Wilder
Anonymous
Inner Circle ($1,000 - $2,499)
Aleksandar Antonijevic
Peggy Baker
Inger Bartlett and Marshal Stearns
Julia Blackburn and David Briskin
Mitchell Cohen and Janice Lewis
Judi Conacher
Bruce Cooper and Marie Campbell
Jeffrey Douglas and Steve Yeates
Erin and Alon Eizenman
Lorne Fox
Geoffrey Fulton
Laura Hage and Laurence MacPhie
Sandra Hellyer
Tanya Howard
Sharon Hsu
Denise Ireland and Harry Underwood
Lucas Kilravey
Jan McCrae
Diane Morgan
Danny and Andrea Pinska
Diana Reitberger & Harry Beck
Stephanie Roberts and Kevin Hamilton
Gary Rogers
Zdenko Teply
Caron Thorburn Institute
Tony Viola
Lenore Walters
The Wilcox Family
Cornell and Sarah Wright
Anonymous
FFDN Unparalleled
FFDN UNPARALLELED is a new young professionals subscription series for the dance lover, the dance curious, and anyone - ages 19 - 40 - who enjoys the Toronto arts scene.
Maureen Barnes
Anthony Chung, Co-Chair
Emad Ghattas
Sarah Heim
Kulin Matchhar, Co-Chair
Rachel McMillan
Nazli Nahidi
Jemin Patel
*FFDN would like to recognize each donor in the way they prefer. If you would like to make any edits to your listing, please contact felicia@ffdnorth.com.
Sponsorship and FFDN - We Move Your Audience
Chances are that FFDN reaches your demographic in Toronto’s downtown core and beyond. Our best-deal-in-town tickets fill theatres, including Toronto’s largest - the iconic Meridian Hall - with audiences of every age, and at every income. 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. Uniquely curated digital programs impact audiences 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:
- Activations across our theatres and non-traditional venues
- Video collaborations
- Marketing partnerships and cross-promotions
- TTC and GO visibility
- Podcast promotions
- Dynamic social media content and giveaways
- Exclusive hosting opportunities and behind the scenes experiences
Please contact our Advancement Officer Felicia at felicia@ffdnorth.com for more information.