PATRON
INITIATIVE
Looking to get involved with COLE JAZZ’s work in a deeper way? We offer a patronage program based on annual, recurring giving, outlined below, as a platform for individuals and businesses in the community to support our work while fostering a meaningful, ongoing connection with our company. In return, our program offers unique opportunities for engagement, including joint visibility initiatives, creative collaborations, and production underwriting.
We are dedicated to cultivating long-lasting partnerships with organizations and individuals who share our commitment to community, culture, craft, and education in the field. The future of this legacy depends on ongoing engagement and collaboration among dedicated and passionate arts advocates in our community. If you’re ready to play a direct role in advancing American Jazz dance, this is your moment!
BUILD A LONGTERM RELATIONSHIP WITH THE COMPANY TODAY!
FRIEND $1,000+
Supports the development and expansion of work on the stage and in the studio.
Your support allows for:
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Compensation for educators and cultural experts
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Pre-production and development time for new works
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Travel and housing for touring/ residency opportunities
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Costume and production elements
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Documentation and archival efforts
Impact: Makes possible the continuation of research and development that directly enhances and enriches the advancement of this legacy.
Recognition:
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Visibility on our website and recognition on all of our programming
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2 invited classes with The NEW Jack Cole Dancers for you or a sponsored artist
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Invitation to dress rehearsals and opening night parties
FRIENDS OF COLE JAZZ: Elizabeth Matchett, Richard Vaughan, Jim & Joan Carboni, John & Olivia Farr, Jeffrey Hendrix, Julia Yao
SPONSOR $5,000+
Sustains the ongoing work of The NEW Jack Cole Dancers and the preservation of American Jazz dance.
Your support directly enables:
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Monthly company classes and rehearsals
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Studio space for training and creative development
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Artist compensation for a live performance
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Participation in Jazz Dance Conference West
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Marketing and outreach to expand audience access
Impact: Helps keep this historically significant technique and style alive, visible, and accessible to today’s artists and audiences.
Recognition:
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Name listed on website + programming
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Social media acknowledgment
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Invitation to closed rehearsals
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Select discount ticketing to performances
COLE JAZZ SPONSORS: Stephen Schwartz
PARTNER $10,000+
Expands COLE JAZZ’s global reach, education initiative, and creative development.
Your support directly aids:
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International training programs across London, Finland, India, and beyond
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Production and presentation of CLUB ACT (creative development and venue booking)
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Core operational and administrative infrastructure
Impact: Directly supports the transmission of this work across cultures—continuing the global lineage that defined Jack Cole’s original practice.
Recognition:
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Logo placement on marketing materials
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Acknowledgment in programing and press
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Private meet and greet with the dancers
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Priority ticketing to performances and events
BENEFACTOR $20,000+
Drives the creation of new work and flagship company initiatives.
Your support enables:
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Sponsorship of COLE JAZZ’s gala at the Rainbow Room
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Development and production of a new company work
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Advancement of CLUB ACT toward NYC, London, and international runs
Impact: Plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of theatrical jazz—supporting new productions designed for touring, licensing, and long-term global life.
Recognition:
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Prominent branding across all materials and programming
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VIP access to performances and gala events
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Deeper partnership visibility and alignment
UNDERWRITING $50,000+
PARTNER
Provides foundational support to launch and scale COLE JAZZ’s most ambitious artistic and theatrical initiatives.
Your support enables:
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Underwriting of a major production initiative, including CLUB ACT
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Significant advancement toward New York, London, and international presentations
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Expansion of global training programs and cultural exchange
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Core capitalization of new work development and production
Impact: Serves as a cornerstone investment in the future of theatrical jazz—helping bring large-scale productions to life while ensuring the preservation and evolution of Jack Cole’s legacy on an international stage.
Recognition & Partnership:
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Above the title or “Underwritten by” credit (where applicable)
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Prominent branding across all materials, programming, and events
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VIP access to all performances, gala events, and private company experiences
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Private studio visits and rehearsal access
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Direct engagement with creative leadership
For more information or questions, please contact info@colejazzdance.com.
To donate directly, click the link below!
2024-25 DONORS
Alex Vaughan
Robert Schulman
Elisa Fertig
Mckenzie Jones
Dawna Oak
Debora & Jon Meyer