THE FOUNDERS CIRCLE
The Plaza Theatre’s most prestigious program of giving and recognition.
EXTRAORDINARY IMPACT
The Founders Circle is comprised of both the Capital Founders Circle whose members invested $25,000 - 99,999 in the capital campaign to restore the theatre and the Lifetime Founders Society which recognizes the Theatre’s premiere donors who have contributed $100,000 or more in capital, education and/or operating support over time.
EXCEPTIONAL REWARDS
By joining this exclusive group, you will receive special benefits that deepen your connection to the Theatre. Your name will be beautifully showcased on the Founders Wall in the theater lobby, a testament to your invaluable support. As your contributions grow over time, so will your member benefits, unlocking extraordinary rewards reserved solely for this distinguished group.
THE FOUNDERS CIRCLE BENEFITS & PRICING
CAPITAL FOUNDERS CIRCLE ($25,000 - 99,999)
The $25,000 to $99,000 level closed December 31, 2025 with our completion of the capital campaign.
FOUNDERS ($25,000-49,999)
- Name displayed on Founders Wall in theatre Lobby
- Listing on the Plaza Theatre Foundation Website
- VIP Founder events
- Early access to tickets
- Public acknowledgement
SILVER FOUNDERS ($50,000-99,999)
- All Founders benefits, plus ticket concierge to help with purchases
- Free access to VIP lounge (when available)
LIFETIME FOUNDERS SOCIETY ($100,000+)
GOLD FOUNDERS ($100,000-499,999)
- All Silver Founders benefits plus annual private guided tour of the Theatre
- Complimentary valet parking
- Name added to Lifetime Founders Society Wall area
TITANIUM FOUNDERS ($500,000-999,999)
- All Gold Founders benefits plus waving of the theatre rental fee for a one-night event for the charity of their choice every year for five years
- Once per year, private tour of theatre with reception in the VIP room to entertain up to 20 of your guests
- Last minute seating - Right to purchase
DIAMOND FOUNDERS $1,000,00+
- All Titanium Founders benefits plus artist access (when available)
- Annual ability to host dinner on stage
- Sound check/rehearsal (when available)
LET US HELP GUIDE YOUR PHILANTHROPIC JOURNEY
Not sure what giving option is right for you? Let us guide you through the process and discuss the perfect fit for your support level. Give us a call at 760.593.5818 or email us by clicking the button below.
IN RECOGNITION OF OUR ESTEEMED FOUNDERS
$1 MILLION AND ABOVE
The State of California
Donna and Jon Croel
David Lee
One Valley Foundation/Oak View Group
The City of Palm Springs
Brad Prescott, The Prescott Foundation
$100,000 - $999,999
| Mark Adams and Tyler Wibstad The Auen Foundation Andrew Burkle Memorial Fund Monty Collins Jr and Jerry Dark Kevin J. Corcoran Donna Curusis |
Fritz Hoelscher Scot and Lance Karp Family Foundation Modernism Week The Murray Reese Foundation M Jay Nailor and MiShell Modern |
Kaye and Ronald G. Olson The Robert Shaddock Living Trust The City of Palm Springs Trina Turk Richard Wood and Michael Blasingame |
$25,000 - $99,999
| Al Sandin and David Schulz Anderson Children's Foundation Ann Sheffer and Bill Scheffler Becky Casey and Rod Hahn Betty and Robert Gates Bill Ferguson III Brian Ray Brian Sandquist and James R. Kisel Brian Stevens and Alex Capecelatro Burba Hayes Foundation Canyon Print & Signs Carol Adney Carol Francis and Steve Chapman Cathryn Chicola Catherine Graham and Joe Tanner Charles Robbins and Damon Romine Christiane Claire Joubert Cindra and Rod Stolk Corcoran Leadership Academy Cristina Van Dyke Cynthia Erivo Dan Stieff Darryl Ponicsán David Freedman David Gerbitz David and Shelly Orlando DJM and CMJR Charitable Foundation Dr. Paul Matthews and Coby Boley Dr. Robert Newbury & Weston Sprigg Elisabeth and Andrew Dick Eliza Casey Prall and Bill Carleton |
Frank M. Flowers & Eddie Felix Geoff Kors and James Williamson Geri and Bob Gottlieb Glen Wexler In Memory of Margaret B. Walsh & Bernard L. Walsh, Jr. Inland Empire Community Foundation Irving & Shelli Azoff Isabel Swift and Steven Phillips Jackie and Joby Pritzker James & Deborah Burrows Foundation James Burrill James Laur and Peter Kongkasem Jeffrey Meleski & Steve Markov John & Dawson Bullock John Bolton & Max Dirdah John McDonald and Rob Wright Judith Blanchard Karen and Clint Miller Karla Kjellin-Elder and Jeff Elder Kathy Weremiuk Larry Da Silva Lauri and Paul Feig Liz and Mark Ostoich Lucie Arnaz Marc Walters Marc Ware Mark Adkins Mark Daniels and Tony Hoyt Mark Everts and Will Howington Michael Stein |
Nathalie and Steve Traxler Palm Springs Preservation Foundation Pam Theisen and Nancy M. Schlichting Paul Feeney and Chad Braun Peter Waterloo and Jon Taylor Pia Rose PS Resorts Rita and Larry Hunter Robert Litvak Ron Kollen Ron Proesel / SACO Technologies Rosalie and Isadore Sharp Ryan Sudick Scott Squillace and Chris Gayton Sharon and Larry Ewing Silva and Michael Marchi Stephen Brint and Mark Brown Stephen Lind Steve Bolton and Bob Valentine Steve Winters and Don Curtis Stuart and Allen Bell Susan and Thomas Maas The Budman Family The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation Tim & Bernadette Leiweke Timothy Schoeffler Tina and Leland Bassett Tod & Tara Leiweke Troy & Francesca Bodie Welwood Murray Memorial Library |