Internationally recognized for its world-class productions, FWOpera is able to produce works at the highest level due in large part to the generosity of individuals, corporations, and extraordinary lifetime gifts.

Fort Worth Opera wants to reward your generosity! Patrons who join the FWOpera donor family enjoy a host of benefits including exclusive event invitations, program book mentions, Green Room access to artists, and more. In addition, you can take pride in the fact that your involvement is a vital part in the company’s continued success. Please consider making your first gift or renewing your contribution by contacting Tuomas Hiltunen at 817-288-1216 or Tuomas@fwopera.org.

Crescendo Society

Deepen your connection to Fort Worth Opera by joining the Crescendo Society with a gift of $50-$2,499. In addition to our gratitude and the joy of knowing you are supporting the future of opera in Fort Worth, members receive Vanguard, the FWOpera Festival preview magazine and other select donor benefits.

FRIEND $50

  • A PDF copy of Vanguard, the FWOpera Festival preview magazine, emailed to you with our gratitude

SUPPORTER $250

  • A printed copy of Vanguard, the FWOpera Festival preview magazine, delivered to your door
  • Donor recognition in our annual Festival program book
  • All benefits listed above

BENEFACTOR $500

  • Invitation to a behind-the-scenes production rehearsal
  • All benefits listed above

SUSTAINER $1000

  • Invitation for two to the Crescendo Cocktail Party
  • Crescendo Intermission Lounge Access
  • All benefits listed above

Bravo Society

Donors who make an annual contribution of $2,500 or more are invited to join the Fort Worth Opera’s premiere donor group, the Bravo Society. Supporters of this giving level receive the most exclusive benefits including Green Room access at performances, and invitations to special events featuring Fort Worth Opera artists and leaders.

ARIA $2,500

  • Green Room Intermission Lounge Access
  • Complimentary Valet Parking at Bass Hall
  • All benefits listed above

VIRTUOSO $5,000

  • Invitation for two to the Bravo Dinner
  • Added recognition in Vanguard, the FWOpera Festival preview magazine
  • All benefits listed above

MAESTRO $10,000

  • The Festival Experience: An exclusive, all-admissions paid pass to all Fort Worth Opera Events excluding the annual Opera Ball, *RSVP required.
  • All benefits listed above

DIRECTOR $25,000

  • Artist Sponsorship recognition
  • Supertitle recognition
  • Lobby signage recognition
  • Invitation to join the General Director in a private staging rehearsal
  • All benefits listed above

PRODUCER $50,000 +

  • Production Co-Producer recognition with prominent recognition as such
  • A private dinner with the General Director and Principal Artist of your choice during the festival
  • All benefits listed above

Planned Giving

If Fort Worth Opera has been a part of your life, we would love for you to be part of its future. Please consider joining the Whitfield J. Collins Legacy Society by naming the Fort Worth Opera Endowment as a beneficiary under a will, trust, life insurance policy, or other estate plan.

For more information on the Whitfield J. Collins Legacy Society, please call Tuomas Hiltunen at 817-288-1216 or via email at Tuomas@fwopera.org. While we encourage you to consider these options, please consult your legal or financial advisor for further information on planned-giving options.