Become A Member - Hoyt Sherman Place

Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization that relies on generous donors to create outstanding experiences for the cultural, historic, and educational benefit of Iowa’s residents and communities. Member financial support provides the resources the Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation needs to fund the restoration, maintenance, and preservation of the theater, art gallery, and mansion.

Starting, January 1, 2025, Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation is updating our member recognition levels to align with how our donors are already generously giving, elevate your donor experience, and cover increasing costs. See below for more information. If you have any questions about these changes, please contact Development Director,
Anna Cramer, at 515.348.6949 or by using the contact form.

To make or renew your membership donation online, please see below and click the DONATE button. For additional questions about becoming a member, please call 515.452.0612.

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Membership Benefits

Ticket Presales

Purchase your tickets before the general public! Hoyt Sherman Place cannot guarantee that all productions will have a presale opportunity.

Exclusive Communication

Email updates keep you informed about new shows, on-sale dates, and upcoming member-only events. You will also see the Places Everyone! e-newsletter in your inbox with exciting news items, upcoming classes, new employees, and volunteer opportunities.

Matching Programs

Your donation is automatically eligible for up to a 10% cash match through the Principal Charity Classic Birdies For Charity program. All funds support children’s educational programs.

Many employers offer matching programs for charitable donations. Please check with your HR department regarding a match.

Membership Levels

As of January 1, 2025

VISIONARY: $1,600+

VISIONARY BENEFITS

Advanced event notification via email
Access to purchase tickets during member presales*
Places Everyone! e-newsletter
Recognition on Hoyt Sherman Place website
Eight (8) complimentary beverage tickets per year
One (1) complimentary docent-led tour (up to 10 people)
Access to the Meredith Foundation Donor Lounge at all applicable ticketed performances**
Two (2) valet parking vouchers***
One (1) complimentary art class
20% off building rentals

* Hoyt Sherman Place cannot guarantee that all productions will have a presale opportunity.
** The Meredith Foundation Donor Lounge may not be open for every performance.

*** Valet parking available at most performances.

PRODUCER: $800-$1,599

PRODUCER BENEFITS

Advanced event notification via email
Access to purchase tickets during member presales*
Places Everyone! e-newsletter
Recognition on Hoyt Sherman Place website
Six (6) complimentary beverage tickets per year
One (1) complimentary docent-led tour (up to 10 people)
Access to the Meredith Foundation Donor Lounge at all applicable ticketed performances**
One (1) valet parking vouchers***
One (1) complimentary art class

* Hoyt Sherman Place cannot guarantee that all productions will have a presale opportunity.
** The Meredith Foundation Donor Lounge may not be open for every performance.

*** Valet parking available at most performances.

DIRECTOR: $400-$799

DIRECTOR BENEFITS

Advanced event notification via email
Access to purchase tickets during member presales*
Places Everyone! e-newsletter
Recognition on Hoyt Sherman Place website
Four (4) complimentary beverage tickets per year
One (1) complimentary docent-led tour (up to 10 people)
Access to the Meredith Foundation Donor Lounge at all applicable ticketed performances**

* Hoyt Sherman Place cannot guarantee that all productions will have a presale opportunity.
** The Meredith Foundation Donor Lounge may not be open for every performance.

LEADING ROLE: $200-$399

LEADING ROLE BENEFITS

Advanced event notification via email
Access to purchase tickets during member presales*
Places Everyone! e-newsletter
Recognition on Hoyt Sherman Place website
Two (2) complimentary beverage tickets per year

* Hoyt Sherman Place cannot guarantee that all productions will have a presale opportunity.

SUPPORTING CAST: $100-$199

supporting cast BENEFITS

Advanced event notification via email
Access to purchase tickets during member presales*
Places Everyone! e-newsletter
Recognition on Hoyt Sherman Place website

* Hoyt Sherman Place cannot guarantee that all productions will have a presale opportunity.

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We absolutely love the comedians you bring to Iowa. The exquisite building is like having a comedy festival inside an art museum. In addition, we are happy to pay a yearly contribution and are grateful for the chance to purchase tickets sooner. Thank you for bringing such quality entertainment to Hoyt Sherman Place.

Belinda and Andrew Smith-Cicarella

We absolutely love the beauty of this building inside and out. The shows here are always fantastic, no seat is bad! The art is just another wonderful perk of visiting here for shows or concerts, but we have come to love meeting up with old friends again based on the event that we are attending. It’s a great pleasure to have such a beautiful place within our city.

Sandy Hecht

I love being a member of Hoyt Sherman Place! Not only do I feel the need to support the center by being a member, I also volunteer as a usher/ticket checker. I even got my fiancée involved! Hoyt Sherman Place is my favorite venue for concerts or comedy, it is also a great venue for community events. The architecture is beautiful, the grounds are well cared for. People care. Everyone seems to come in with a smile, they are there to enjoy themselves! Like my mother would say, “life is not for misery, it is to be enjoyed!” I enjoy the place and the people. I am glad to be able to help in even a small way.

Valdis Vilks

I love this venue, the organization from checking tickets to seating is top notch, staff is friendly, and quality entertainment that has been booked.

Daniel McNerney

The venue; acoustically perfect. Relaxing. The offerings are inspiring and affordable. A jewel to the music scene in our community.

Ellen Nelson