Double Your Impact:
$25,000 Matching Challenge
Every dollar you give will be matched dollar for dollar, helping us raise $50,000 to
support world-class dance and transformative dance education in Monterey County.
The Thomas D. Halaczkiewicz Foundation has generously awarded Carmel Dance Festival an extraordinary $25,000 matching grant.​ This means that every dollar you contribute will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $25,000, doubling your generosity and helping us reach a total of $50,000.​ Your support ensures that we can continue to present world-class performances and provide transformative educational opportunities right here in Monterey County.
What your contribution supports
Natalia Osipova:
Force of Nature
Help us bring one of the world’s greatest dancers to Carmel-by-the-Sea for a once-in-a-lifetime Mixed Repertory Evening with an internationally acclaimed ballet star. The program will feature classical masterpieces—including excerpts from Giselle and the iconic The Dying Swan—alongside contemporary works by today’s most sought-after choreographers, offering audiences an unforgettable night of artistry and innovation.
Sponsorship & Giving Levels
$25,000 — Visionary Sponsor
Fulfilled by the Thomas D. Halaczkiewicz Foundation
This leadership contribution served as the cornerstone of our fundraising campaign, providing vital support for this evening’s performance and sustaining Carmel Dance Festival's mission to bring world-class dance to the Monterey Peninnsula.
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$20,000 — Presenting Partner
Premier benefactor of the evening
Curtain / Program Credit: “Tonight’s performance of The Bloom Project, under the artistic direction of Jason Kittleberger, is presented with the generous support of [Your Name Here].”
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$10,000 — Featured Artist Sponsor
Fulfilled by Dave Stewart and Nancy Scholink
Supports the appearance of world-renowned ballerina Natalia Osipova in this special engagement.
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$5,000 — Work Sponsor
Supports the presentation of a featured work in the program.
“Tonight’s performance of [Work Title] is generously supported by [Your Name Here].”
Please note that underwriting the excerpt from Giselle has been fulfilled by Ken and Kathryn Smith
To learn more about available works, please contact Lillian@CarmelDanceFestival.org
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$2,500 — Artist Sponsor
Recognizes an individual dancer’s artistry and contribution to the evening’s program.
“[Dancer’s Name]’s performance this evening is made possible through the generosity of [Your Name Here].”
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$100–$2,499 — Patron Circle
“This evening’s performance is made possible through the generosity of [Your Name Here].”
Ways to Give
Your gift helps advance the future of dance and ensures that extraordinary performances continue to inspire audiences for generations to come.
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Contributions may be made in the following ways:
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Check – Payable to Carmel Dance Festival, 3845 Via Nona Marie, Unit #22181, Carmel, CA 93923
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Donor-Advised Funds – Recommend a grant to Carmel Dance Festival (EIN: 86-2764559) through Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, or other DAFs
Every dollar you contribute to this initiative is matched by the Thomas D. Halaczkiewicz Foundation, amplifying your impact and ensuring the continued excellence of our artistic programming.
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Your generosity strengthens the legacy of Carmel Dance Festival and the vitality of the performing arts in our community.
4th Annual Dance & Choreography Fellowship Program
Help us provide 20 full scholarships to aspiring dancers and complete production support to three emerging choreographers— plus offer our community a thrilling, donation-based performance at Hidden Valley Music Seminars that everyone can enjoy! Your
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Terpsichore Project: Transforming Young Artists and Communities Through Dance
Your support helps us engage youth dancers from diverse backgrounds to perform uplifting, healing choreography in hospitals, residential care facilities, and community spaces—bringing the power of dance where it’s needed most
We invite you to make your tax-deductible gift today.
Contributions may be made in the following ways:
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Check – Payable to Carmel Dance Festival, 3845 Via Nona Marie, Unit #22181, Carmel, CA 93923
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PayPal – Carmel Dance Festival’s PayPal Donation Page
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Donor~Advised Funds – Recommend a grant to Carmel Dance Festival (EIN: 86-2764559) through Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, or other DAFs
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Stock Transfer – Stock Donator
Every dollar you give will be doubled through the Thomas D. Halacwizez Foundation Matching Grant — and your employer may match your gift as well, multiplying your impact even further. Please be sure to designate Carmel Dance Festival as the recipient and note “TDH Matching Grant” in the memo line or comments field so your contribution is applied toward the match.
​Your generosity makes world-class dance performances and transformational dance education possible, sustaining our ability to continue this life-changing work.
Thank you to our Sponsors & Patrons:
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$25,000+ | Visionary Sponsor
Thomas D. Halaczkiewicz Foundation
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$20,000 | Presenting Partner
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$15,000–$19,999 | Platinum Patron​
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$10,000–$14,999 | Gold Patron
Dave Stewart & Nancy Scholink
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$5,000–$9,999 | Silver Patron
California American Water
Ken & Kathryn Smith
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$2,500–$4,999 | Bronze Patron
Mark & Jill Mancina
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$1,000–$2,499 | Supporter
Taylor Tarms
Tama Bistrian
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$500–$999 | Contributor
Jeff & Brenda Bitkoff
Judy Tschirgi and Stephen Hoch
$100–$499 | Friend
Arlene Krebs