Fundraising Goal: $5,000

$610 raised from 13 unique donors

AN OFFICIAL FUNDRAISER FOR A 

Verified 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

Help Brendan say THANK YOU to OperaDelaware!

A fundraiser for: OperaDelaware

Organization Mission:

OperaDelaware produces bold, vibrant, and creative performances that empower artists, enrich the community, entertain audiences, and encourage curiosity.

  
I have had the great honor of leading OperaDelaware for the last thirteen years, and as I prepare to step down from my role at the end of this season, nothing would make me happier than leaving some extra fuel in the tank for the next administration!

Serving this organization has been one of the great privileges of my professional life. OperaDelaware is a remarkable institution with a long history, and it has been an honor to act as one temporary steward in that legacy. Even more meaningful has been the support of this community—your belief in the work, your presence in the theater, and your commitment to ensuring that opera continues to thrive here in Delaware.

If you have enjoyed watching our work in person, or from afar - help me say THANK YOU to this wonderful organization by making a contribution.


About OperaDelaware

Do More 24 2026!!

OperaDelaware is thrilled to invite you to join us in revolutionizing the way artists are supported in the performing arts industry. On March 5-6, during Do More 24 Delaware 2026, we’re asking for your support to help fund the Company Artist Model—a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at transforming the “starving artist” stereotype into one of empowerment, stability, and creative fulfillment.

This innovative program is designed to make Delaware a cultural hub, offering artists full-time employment with salary, benefits, and meaningful roles beyond the stage. By recognizing and leveraging the unique skill sets of artists—including creativity, passion, and adaptability—we are redefining what it means to work in the arts while fortifying our company’s operational strength.

Our Company Artist Model has received impressive recognition both regionally and nationally. OperaDelaware was one of three finalists in the Pete du Pont Freedom Foundation’s 2024 Reinventing Delaware competition with the Company Artist Model. This achievement highlights the urgency of addressing the employment struggles of professional artists, with over 95% of them working outside their discipline due to the unstable nature of the freelance economy. Together, we can lead the way toward a brighter, more sustainable future for artists in the United States.

Your donation during Do More 24 Delaware will help OperaDelaware take the next step in ensuring this visionary program has a long-term impact on the First State—one that not only empowers our artists but also strengthens our entire community. Every gift brings us closer to becoming a national model for the arts sector, showcasing Delaware as a beacon of creativity and innovation.

Join us today in transforming the future of opera and the arts. Your generosity can make history.
Donate March 5-6 beginning at 6PM, and help us build a stronger, more vibrant artistic community in Delaware. Together, we’ll DO MORE for the arts!

Organization Details

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Name:
OperaDelaware

EIN: 51-6018055

Street Address:
4 South Poplar Street

City: Wilmington

State: DE Zip: 19801

Social Media:

Website:
https://www.operade.org

Counties Served: New Castle, Kent, Sussex

Office Locations: Wilmington

Sectors: Arts & Culture, DDOA Grantee, BIPOC-Led (Sr/Exec Leadership)

Recent Donations

  • Peter Gordon $50
  • Mary Wilcosky $25
  • Brenton O'Hara
    (in honor of Brendan Cooke)     $50
  • Douglas Rowland $10
  • Timothy Kjer
    (in honor of Brendan Cooke for his extraordinary leadership!)     $100
  • Angie Maximo Harvey $50
  • Sam Lowry
    (in honor of Brendan Cooke)     $50
  • Malena Dayen $50
  • Sarah Asmar
    (in honor of Brendan Cooke)     $25
  • Kristin Sommers $50