Powered by the generous support of our donors, Cal Performances has become an internationally recognized leader in the performing arts.
Our donors make everything we do possible: from performances by the world’s most celebrated artists to essential arts education and student discounts; from innovative programs that unite arts and scholarship to investment in new voices and groundbreaking work.
With your contribution, you ensure that the arts remain a vibrant part of our community, as UC Berkeley provides a modest portion of our annual budget. Because of you, we can continue to bring thousands of people together to experience Cal Performances—and be moved, thrilled, and inspired.
Ways to Give
We’re so grateful for your support! Donate to Cal Performances using any of the following methods.:
Give Online
Make a direct donation at calperformances.org/give. You can also add an online donation to any ticket purchases at checkout.
Give by Phone
Call 510.642.8653 to make a gift using your credit card.
Give by Mail
Mail a check payable to UC Regents with “Cal Performances” in the memo line to:
Development Department
Cal Performances
University of California, Berkeley
101 Zellerbach Hall #4800
Berkeley, CA 94720-4800
The federal tax ID for the UC Regents is 94-6002123.
Asset-Based Giving
Did you know that Cal Performances accepts many types of gifts? These include:
Gifts of Stock
Stock gifts to Cal Performances are received through UC Berkeley Gift Services. Please complete this form and send it to your broker. On the form, under Gift Allocation, Fund Name, and Fund Number, please enter “Cal Performances Annual Fund.” Please notify donate@calperformances.org and givesecurities@berkeley.edu that you’ve made your gift.
Donor-Advised Fund Gifts
If you have a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF), recommending a grant to Cal Performances is a streamlined way to make an immediate impact, as you have already received the tax benefit for your contribution to the fund. Please visit your DAF provider’s online portal to recommend a grant designated for Cal Performances.
DAF giving to Cal Performances should be directed to the UC Berkeley Foundation (not UC Regents). The federal tax ID is 94-6090626, and Cal Performances should be entered in the text field designation. Please notify us at donate@calperformances.org when you have initiated your grant.
IRA Charitable Contributions
If you are aged 70.5 years or older, a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is a tax-smart way to support Cal Performances directly from your IRA. By giving this way, you can exclude the distribution from your taxable income, effectively lowering your Adjusted Gross Income while ensuring support for our mission. Simply instruct your IRA custodian to issue a check to the UC Berkeley Foundation (tax ID: 94-6090626), ensuring they include your name and Cal Performances in the memo line. For more information, please contact us at donate@calperformances.org.
Matching Gifts
Do you work for a company that matches charitable contributions? You may be able to multiply the impact of your gift and increase the level of your donation. Ask your human resources department for a matching gift form to complete and include with your gift.
Tribute Gifts
When you make a donation in tribute to someone important to you, you expand their impact and amplify their goodness. Gifts can be made in honor of someone who has passed, or as a way to recognize how someone living has inspired you.
Gifts on Behalf of a Loved One
When you make a donation on behalf of someone in your inner circle, your generosity not only supports our mission, but also gifts your loved one donor recognition, exclusive donor benefits, and an open invitation to a core community of philanthropists who care deeply about the performing arts.
Legacy Gifts
By including Cal Performances in your estate plans, you create an enduring impact that keeps our curtains rising and our stages vibrant long into the future. We gratefully celebrate those who have expressed their intention to support Cal Performances through a planned gift such as bequests, gift annuities, charitable trusts, or beneficiary designations of retirement plans and insurance policies.
To start a confidential conversation about your philanthropic goals with your estate, or to notify us of your existing estate plans, please contact our team at donate@calperformances.org. You may also reach out to Melanie Keilholtz, Cal Performances’ dedicated representative in the UC Berkeley Office of Gift Planning, at mkeilholtz@berkeley.edu.
*Legacy giving at Cal Performances is affiliated with the Benjamin Ide Wheeler Society
Donor Benefits
Friends of Cal Performances join a group of over 1,000 donors each year who believe in the power and importance of the performing arts. Friends of Cal Performances are at the heart of our community, making up the largest portion of our donor base, and sustaining our mission through their commitment to our organization.
The Producer’s Circle is a community of individuals who are passionate about the performing arts and want to deepen their relationship with Cal Performances and the artists we present. Annual support from Producer’s Circle members enables Cal Performances to continue presenting our ambitious programs while also expanding our audience and accessibility to the broader community.
Our major donors share a bold vision for the performing arts and provide ongoing financial support that ensures that highest-quality artistic programming remains at the heart of Cal Performances. The partnership with our major donors allows us not only to rediscover classic repertoire, but also invest in new work, allowing us to produce and premiere performances that are relevant to our society and our time.
Contact Us
To discuss any options for donation (or options not listed) with a member of our staff, email us at donate@calperformances.org, or call us at 510.642.8653.
