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Celebrating 100 Years

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The Centennial Celebration is backed by a dynamic, locally focused branding campaign and a national PReffort designed to elevate Orlando Family Stage on a larger stage. Each production is supported by multi-channel marketing—print, digital, out-of-home, radio, streaming, and video—delivering millions ofimpressions.Sponsors benefit from in-theatre visibility, logo placement, and custom communications, withopportunities for lobby activation and brand alignment at every touchpoint. Together, we will build apartnership that reaches families, educators, and community leaders—across Central Florida and beyond.62.4%20.4%7.6%5.6%3%1.1%ONLINE REACHAUDIENCES SERVED11,200 22,000 1,500Public Shows35,000Field Trips and GroupsEducation Programs30,0002,30023,000 Avg. Monthly UsersHost to the UCF MFA programin Theatre for YoungAudiences, we are arespected leader in the field.The only professional theatrededicated to young audiencesin the state of Florida.One of the largest organizationsby budget of our kind in thenation. The only Orlando artsgroup with Top 10 status.TOP10IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UCFOrange SeminoleLake OsceolaOther in FL Outside FLPublic Ticket Sales, 2023-20252023 forms 990Book Festival5,0002025-26 Projected Attendance72,300+

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Cornelia T. Bailey FoundationChesley Magruder FoundationMartin Andersen-Gracia Andersen FoundationThe Lee FoundationZimmerman Family FoundationThese are among the countless partners have supported the work at Orlando Family Stage over the years. Add your name or renew your support to keep the momentum going.• POWERED BY OUR COMMUNITY •Your Brand. Center Stage.For generations, Orlando’s business leaders have championed Orlando Family Stage, recognizing the unique role thearts play in shaping young minds and building a vibrant, connected community. Now, it is your turn to step into thespotlight.We’ll work with you to design a custom package that supports your goals, whether through brand visibility, digitaladvertising, onsite activations, or employee engagement opportunities. Sponsorship is more than recognition—it’s achance to align your brand with purpose, creativity, and long-lasting impact.

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CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION$500,000 +Your investment fuels a bold future forOrlando Family Stage. This highest-levelof support powers transformativeprograms, celebrates 100 years ofinspiring young minds, and ensures thenext generation of theatre-makers,storytellers, and dreamers has a stage toshine—today and for years to come.Leadership Partner 100 Years. Countless Stories.$250,000+Lead the way for the next 100 years.As a Torchbearer, yourtransformational support lights thepath forward—funding bold artistry,deepening education, and ensuringthat every child has access to themagic of theatre. Your legacy willinspire generations of brave,empathetic storytellers.Torchbearer $100,000+Create the way forward. As a Pathfinder, your support opensdoors to discovery—championing newwork, expanding access, and guidingyoung people toward creativity andconnection. You help shape a centennialcelebration filled with wonder,imagination, and unforgettable firstexperiences in the arts.PathfinderOrlando Family Stage’s Centennial is more than a celebration—it is a bold invitation to invest in youngpeople, the arts, and the next generation of changemakers. Join us in making sure every child has afront-row seat to inspiration throughout our 2025-26 and 2026-27 Seasons. Every story needs a community—this isyour moment.Whether you're joining us for the first timeor have been part of our story for years,this is your chance to support the missionin a meaningful way. With a gift of anyamount, you’ll help bring theatre to lifefor children and families during thisonce-in-a-century celebration.Centennial Supporter

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$100,000Season SponsorSix Available2025-26 ARTISTIC PROGRAMMING$100,000Be the spark behind the next greatstory. As a New Play Development Sponsor,you will help our team prospect newstories and create a brand-newtheatrical work from the ground up—supporting writers, workshops, andworld premieres. This is your chance toleave a legacy in the canon of theatrefor young audiences and supportnew, sustainable revenue streams.New Play Development$25,000Help us bring a story to life. As a Production Sponsor, your supportlights the stage, lifts young voices, andensures access for every child andfamily. This level pairs your brand withone unforgettable professional play ormusical during our landmarkcentennial year.Production Sponsor$10,000Where imagination meets craft.Behind every magical moment is astunning set, a bold costume,emotional sound, and a twinkle in thelights. As a Design Sponsor, you willhelp bring the creative vision to life—supporting the artistry that makeseach show a delight for the eyes, aswell as the heart.Design Sponsor$7,500Own the spotlight for a weekend. As a Weekend Sponsor, your brandwill be featured prominently acrossmultiple performances, with on-sitelobby activation, complimentarytickets, volunteer opportunity, and highvisibility during peak familyattendance. A perfect mix ofcommunity connection, joyful impact,and brand storytelling.Weekend SponsorShine during a single show. As a SinglePerformance Sponsor, you will enjoy aunique branding moment completewith lobby presence, volunteeropportunity, ticket perks, andaudience recognition. It is an ideal wayto show your support and make oneperformance unforgettable for thefamilies who attend.$2,500Performance SponsorTwo AvailableThe Celebration BeginsIn September, 2025, the curtain rises on the first season of our Centennial with bold productions,joyful community events, and storytelling that spans generations. Sponsorship this season helpslaunch a historic celebration—fueling visibility, access, and creative excellence as we honor our pastand invite new audiences into the story.Six AvailableFIVE

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$150,000Launch each production with joy andgenerosity. As the Free & Full Opening Weekendsponsor, you will underwrite six fullweekends of performancesexclusively for community partnersserving low-income communities.These events ignite each productionwith energy, access, and celebration—bringing theatre to families andorganizations who might nototherwise experience it.Free and Full OpeningWeekendsNo Barriers. No Empty Seats.Access Sponsorships remove barriers—so every child, family, and community partner can experiencethe magic of theatre. Your support creates a more inclusive, welcoming arts space where empathythrives and no one is left out. Together, we fill seats, open hearts, and make sure every voice has aplace on stage.$4,000Help every story be seen and heard.This sponsorship provides one audiodescribed performance for eachproduction during our season, openingour doors to blind and low-visionaudience members. Your supportensures no one misses the magic oftheatre, no matter their abilities.Audio Description$2,500ASL Interpretation2025-26 ACCESS PROGRAMMING$2,500Relaxed PerformancesComfort makes space for joy.Relaxed Performances create awelcoming space for neurodiverseaudience members and anyone whobenefits from a more flexible,judgment-free theatre experience.Your support helps us provideadjusted lighting, sound, and seatingoptions—so every child and family canenjoy the magic of live theatre, theirway.$25,000Multi-Language MaterialsMake every family feel that theybelong. Support the translation of keymaterials—like welcome guides, showsynopses, signage, and enrichmenttools—into Spanish, Portuguese, andHaitian Creole. This sponsorship breakslanguage barriers and helps allfamilies feel confident and welcome.

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Fill the Seats. Fuel the Story.What began as No Empty Bus—a commitment to bring students to the theatre who couldn’t afford a ticketwhen their class was going on a field trip—has grown into No Empty Seat, expanding access for entire familiesin need through community partnerships. In the 2024–25 season alone, more than 4,000 guests from low-income communities experienced the power of live theatre through this vital initiative.Empty Seats81.7%Pledged18.3%$2,500100 community champions underwriting 100seats each to celebrate 100 years. Your $2,500 gift fills seats for Title 1 schools andcommunity groups, ensuring no child misses outdue to cost. It’s a powerful way to be part of NoEmpty Seat during our 100th year.100 for 100No Empty Seat is a shared mission—driven by thebelief that every child deserves access to thetransformative power of theatre. Foundations,corporations, and community leaders are helpingopen the door wider. Your investment ensures no seatgoes unfilled—and every story has an audience readyto be inspired.As of April 18, 20252025-26 SEASON2025-26 SEASON EARLY INVESTORSChesley Magruder FoundationCornelia T. Bailey Foundation$2,500 and aboveNo Empty Seat invites donors to give generously—whethersponsoring a a hundred of seats, a full house, or theamount that feels right to them. Each seat represents achild experiencing the magic of live theatre, often for thefirst time. Each gift creates lasting joy, connection, andpossibility.SPECIAL CENTENNIAL INITIATIVE

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$50,000Summer Camps$25,000Support the next generation of stars.This sponsorship underwrites a full-scale Youth Academy production,giving young performers the chanceto shine onstage while buildingconfidence, creativity, and community.Your brand becomes part of anunforgettable experience for youngartists and their families. ProductionYOUTH ACADEMYYOUTH ACADEMY$10,000Strengthen arts education. After-school hours and weekend morningsbecome empowering experiences.This sponsorship supports weeklytheatre classes where students growtheir skills, find their voice, and connectwith peers. Your investment keepsprogramming accessible and excitingfor families.After-School andWeekendsYOUTH ACADEMY$5,000Power the creativity behind thecurtain. Support the next generationof theatre-makers through our DesignTech Academy. Your sponsorship fuelshands-on learning in lighting, sound,scenic, and costume design—empowering students to grow theircreative voice, gain career skills, anddiscover their potential backstage.Design TechAcademyYOUTH ACADEMY2025-26 YOUTH ACADEMY$10,000Make the magic possible—foreveryone. Your $10,000 sponsorshipprovides meaningful support towardour annual scholarship fund, whichgrants over $20,000 in tuitionassistance each year. Your generosityhelps dozens of young people accesscamps and classes—buildingconfidence, creativity, and connectionthrough theatre, regardless offinancial circumstances.Scholarship LeaderYOUTH ACADEMY$2,500Open the door to a life-changingexperience. A $2,500 scholarshipsponsorship opens the door formultiple young artists to participate incamps or classes at Orlando FamilyStage. Your gift nurtures creativity,builds confidence, and ensures everychild feels seen, valued, and inspired—onstage and off.Scholarship SupporterYOUTH ACADEMYBravery in ActionSupport the next generation of performers, leaders, and changemakers. Youth Academy programsbuild confidence, collaboration, and creativity through rehearsals, performances, and hands-onlearning. With your sponsorship, students from all backgrounds get the chance to grow on stage—andin life.Fuel a summer full of imagination. As Summer Camp Sponsor, you willsupport multi-week sessions wherekids explore storytelling, movement,music, and more. From first-timecampers to future theatre-makers,your gift ensures every child can havea joyful, growth-filled summer.

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$2,500Turn our lobbies into galleries. Thissponsorship supports rotating visual artsinstallations from local youth andcommunity partners, each inspired by thethemes of our productions. Your gift helpsaudiences experience creativity themoment they walk through the doors.Young Artists in theSpotlight$25,000Professional Development\$5,000ResidenciesBring the magic of theatre beyond ourwalls. Your sponsorship supportscustom-designed residencies in schoolsand community spaces, introducingperformance with curriculum-alignedlearning. These programs sparkimagination, strengthen reading skills,and build empathy—meeting studentswhere they are with creativity that lastsa lifetime.Many Available2025-26 ARTS-BASED LEARNINGWhere Learning Comes to LifeAs a leader in theatre education, Orlando Family Stage empowers young people through programsled by expert teaching artists. Your support fuels innovative, research-informed experiences thatnurture empathy, literacy, and confidence—from a child’s first audience moment to transformative in-school residencies and community-based programs that reach thousands each year.

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Inspiring Our Littlest AudiencesTheatre for the Very Young creates unforgettable first experiences for children and their grown-upsto explore the world together through story, movement, and play. These early encounters withtheatre spark curiosity, strengthen bonds, and build essential skills—nurturing a generation thatgrows up feeling confident, creative, and connected.$5,000Baby and Me$5,000Let toddlers take the lead. Story Strollis an outdoor developmental playexperience featuring interactivestorytelling for toddlers and theirgrown-ups. With movement, music,and sensory activities, your supportbrings early literacy and theatre to life—one tiny step at a time.Story Stroll2025-26 EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMSSponsor a baby’s first standingovation. Baby & Me is a sensory-rich,interactive experience for infants,toddlers, and their caregivers thatpromotes early development throughtheatre play. Your support fostersconnection, learning, and joy in anurturing environment.$25,000TVY TourSupport a season of interactive,joyful storytelling. The Theatre for theVery Young Tour brings age-appropriate performances to schools,daycares, and early learning centers—meeting our youngest audienceswhere they are and introducing themagic of theatre from the verybeginning.Two Available

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$30,000Help us look as bold and brilliant asour mission. This sponsorship fuels thedesign, photography, and promotionalassets that define our CentennialSeason’s look—from stunning showvisuals to community-wide awarenesscampaigns. Your support ensures weturn heads, inspire curiosity, and makea lasting impression.Centennial CreativePackage$22,000Turn yesterday’s promotionalbanners into tomorrow’s treasures.This eco-conscious sponsorshiptransforms past show banners intoone-of-a-kind, reusable bags fromindustry leaders Rareform. Yoursupport keeps materials out of landfillsand puts your logo on everyone’sfavorite conversation starter.Second Act BagsBring creative visibility to life. These one-of-a-kind sponsorships support design, outreach, merch, andmarketing efforts that shape the look and feel of the season. From recycled bags to inbox banners tocommunity activations, you’ll help us connect with new audiences in unforgettable ways.$12,000Create the look that defines amilestone moment. As ourMerchandise Refresh Design Sponsor,your support funds the creation ofnew, centennial-inspired merchandise—celebrating 100 years of storytellingwith style. From tees to totes, yourinvestment helps us carry our missioninto the next century.Centennial Style$10,000Land in 40,000 inboxes—with love.This season-long sponsorship placesyour logo and message on everyemail we send (4–8 a month),connecting your brand to family fun,learning, and inspiration all year long.High visibility. Serious reach.Email SponsorCENTENNIAL OPPORTUNITIES$10,000Limited EnagementMake 100 Unforgettable!Support bold, time-limited theatricalofferings that spark conversation andbroaden horizons.Limited Engagements feature specialtheatrical events like live musicperformances, magic acts, and othershort-run experiences that delight andsurprise. As a sponsor, you help us presentbold, joyful programming that reachesnew audiences and adds sparkle to ourcentennial celebration.$25,000Honor 100 years of stories—and helptell the next 100. This sponsorshipsupports legacy storytelling initiativessuch as archival projects, alumnispotlights, and commemorativemedia. It helps preserve our past whileelevating the voices that will shape ourfuture—onstage and off.Telling Our Story

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$30,000Lead the Narrative.As the Title Page Sponsor, your brand is thefirst thing festivalgoers see—woven into theidentity of the Florida Children’s BookFestival. With the highest level of visibility,your sponsorship ensures a lasting impacton families, educators, and young readers.Title Page SponsorFLORIDA CHILDREN’S BOOK FESTIVALTwo AvailableBig Adventures for Little BookwormsThe first-ever Florida Children’s Book Festival celebrates the joy of reading and the magic ofstorytelling with a weekend of author visits, read-alongs, performances, and hands-on activities.Families, educators, and young readers are invited to explore new worlds, meet their favoritecharacters, and discover stories that spark imagination.One AvailableCo-Producers$25,000As a Chapter Champion, your brand willbe at the heart of the Florida Children’sBook Festival, guiding families through ajourney of imagination, learning, and fun.More than just a sponsor, you will have theopportunity to curate meaningfulexperiences for young readers and theirfamilies.Chapter Champion$10,000As a Storyteller Sponsor, your brandbecomes part of the narrative—shapingthe experiences families will rememberlong after the festival ends. With twounique event placements, a premium 400sq ft booth, and prominent logo visibility,you will help bring stories to life inunforgettable ways.Storyteller Sponsor$5,000As an Illustrator Sponsor, your brand addscolor and creativity to the festivalexperience. With one engaging event slot,a 200 sq ft booth, and logo inclusionacross materials, you will inspire youngminds and create joyful moments throughyour presence and participation.Illustrator Sponsor$2,500As an Imagination Sponsor, your supporthelps spark wonder at every turn. Withlogo placement and sponsorship of aFamily Stage-produced festival element,your brand becomes part of the magicthat fuels curiosity, connection, andcreativity for children and familiesthroughout the weekend.Imagination SponsorFive Available Five Available

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$12,000As a Spotlight Sponsor, your brand shinesas a key supporter of the evening’sfestivities. You will receive recognitionduring the event, preferred tableplacement, and logo visibility that showsyour commitment to uplifting young voicesand creating lasting access to theperforming arts.Spotlight SponsorFor the Moments That Shape UsProm is a rite of passage—a joyful, defining moment in the life of a young person. At Orlando FamilyStage, we create those moments like year-round through brave, joyful theatrical experiences thathelp young people grow, imagine, and belong. Our annual fundraising event, Prom, supports this vitalwork and ensures every child has a place in the story.$7,500As a Front Row Sponsor, you are helpingcenter the arts in the lives of young peopleand families. With table seating and logoplacement, your support brings joy,bravery, and connection to the stage—andreminds our community that theatre is foreveryone.Front Row Sponsor$20,000As the Presenting Sponsor, you lead thecelebration—receiving top billing andintegrated visibility across all eventmaterials. This premier sponsorshipincludes a featured role in the evening’sprogram, premier seating, and exclusiveaccess opportunities, ensuring your nameis synonymous with inspiration, inclusion,and imagination.Presenting Sponsor$2,500As the Tech Sponsor, you will help bring themagic to life—supporting the lights, sound,and visuals that elevate the eventexperience. Your brand will be recognizedfor powering the storytelling, setting thestage for connection, celebration, andimpact throughout the evening.Tech Sponsor$2,500As the Performer Sponsor, your brandtakes a bow for supporting the artists whomake the night unforgettable. From risingstars to professional performers, yoursponsorship ensures their talents shine—while demonstrating your commitment tothe creative journeys of the nextgeneration.Performer Sponsor$2,500As the Valet Sponsor, your brand is the firstand last touchpoint for guests arriving instyle. With branded signage and optionalstaff presence, you will set the tone for anevening of elegance and ease—whilesupporting programs that createtransformative arts experiences for youngpeople and families.Valet SponsorORLANDO FAMILY STAGE PROMORLANDO FAMILY STAGE PROM

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A Partnership Made to MeasureThank you for exploring the many ways to support Orlando Family Stage during this once-in-a-centurymoment. Your partnership ensures that the next generation grows up with access to bold stories, joyfulexperiences, and a deep sense of belonging—right here in Orlando.We’re currently securing Centennial partners and would love to create a sponsorship that’s made tomeasure—designed to align with your goals, whether that’s driving visitation, supporting the arts, orelevating your brand with families and culture seekers. Whether you’re empowering young artists, removing barriers to access, or shaping the future of familyentertainment, your support will help bring this Centennial season to life in unforgettable ways.Emily FreemanSr. Director of Developmentefreeman@orlandofamilystage.com407.896.7365 x 220Why Sponsor the Centennial?Align your brand with a beloved, mission-drivenorganizationReach thousands of families, educators, andcultural touristsChampion access, inclusion, literacy, and creativeexpressionEnjoy visibility and recognition in ways that areimportant to youBe part of something lasting—something thatmatters"We loved that our children were exposed to the world of theater…Seeing them confidently engage with their peers and perform infront of an audience, something they had never done before." — Youth Academy ParentWhat’s Next?We would love to talk about how your goals andour mission align. Let’s make magic happen.

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Leadership Partner$500,000 +Torchbearer$250,000 +Pathfinder$100,000 +Official Hotel$100,000Official Airline$100,000Centennial Supporterup to $100,000Creative Package$30,000Telling our Story$25,000Second Act Bags$22,000Centennial Style$12,000Email Sponsor$10,000Limited Enagement$10,000Free and Full Opening Weekends$150,000Season Sponsor$100,000New Play Development$100,000Youth Academy Summer Camps$50,000Production Sponsor$25,000Multi-Language Materials$25,000Youth Academy Production$25,000Professional Development$25,000TVY Tour$25,000Design Sponsor$10,000Youth Academy ScholarshipLeader$10,000Youth Academy After School &Weekends$10,000No Empty Seat - Full House$8,250Weekend Sponsor - Performances$7,500Design Tech Academy$5,000Education Residencies$5,000Story Stroll$5,000Baby and Me$5,000Audio Description$4,000No Empty Seat - Name yourImpact$2,500 +Performance Sponsor$2,500ASL Interpretation$2,500Relaxed Performances$2,500No Empty Seat - 100 for 100$2,500Youth Academy ScholarshipSupporter$2,500Young Artists in the Spotlight$2,500Florida Children’s Book FestivalTitle Page$30,000Chapter Champion$25,000Storyteller$10,000Illustrator$5,000Imagination$2,500Orlando Family Stage PromPresenting Sponsor$20,000Spotlight Sponsor$12,000Front Row Sponsor$7,500Valet Sponsor$2,500Tech Sponsor$2,500Performer Sponsor$2,500CENTENNIAL LEADERSHIP 2024-25 SEASON SPONSORSCENTENNIAL PROJECTSSPECIAL EVENTSOVERVIEW OF OPPORTUNITIES

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