Help us continue to tell stories of hope for years to come.
Donate today and see your impact come to life on stage, in our educational programming, and throughout our community.
Ways to Give
Your investment matters. Explore the ways you can help hope-filled theatre thrive today.
Select one of the giving opportunities below to learn more.
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How to Give
Whether through a one-time gift, a monthly contribution or a sponsorship, your investment fuels every aspect of Taproot programming—from Jewell Mainstage productions to community outreach and education programs. It’s easy to give, and you can rest easy knowing your donations are spreading hope all year long.
- To make a one-time gift using your credit card, click here.
- To make a one-time gift using Paypal, click here.
- To learn more about the Playmakers and make recurring monthly gifts, see Playmakers.
- To maximize your impact and learn more about corporate matching gifts, see Corporate Matching.
Thanks for your generous support of Taproot Theatre! For more information on individual giving, please contact the Development department at development@taproottheatre.org or 206.529.3678.
You can also mail a donation to:
Taproot Theatre Company
Attn: Development
PO Box 30946
Seattle, WA 98113
Other Ways to Give
- Gifts of Stock — Taproot is happy to accept donations in the form of stock or securities. If you wish to initiate a transfer, please contact the development department at development@taproottheatre.org or 206.529.3678.
- IRA — Giving through an IRA is an easy and tax-wise way to create magic on the Taproot stage. For more information on making an IRA charitable rollover gift, go to the Legacy Giving section on this page
- Donor Advised Funds— Enjoy flexibility and receive immediate tax benefits when you support the theatre you love through a DAF.
- Legacy Gifts — You invest in the future when you include Taproot Theatre in your estate planning. To learn more about planned giving, see Legacy Giving.
- Vehicle Donation — Donate your vehicle through Donate For Charity, Inc. and designate the proceeds to benefit Taproot Theatre.
From original inspiration to final production, there’s a lot that goes into making a play. Set up a recurring gift today.
When you join the Playmakers, you are a part of creating:
• Meaningful roles for Seattle’s favorite actors
• Beautifully designed sets
• Gorgeous costumes
• Fun props and set dressings
• And stories of hope to uplift and inspire…
Theatre is made stitch by stitch, by many hands, each contributing their own unique piece to the whole. Your monthly gift supports all these essential elements of our productions.
As a Playmaker, your monthly donation from your credit card directly supports Taproot Theatre’s Jewell Mainstage productions and gives you special access to behind-the-scenes Playmakers’ Perks events. No gift is too small—monthly automatic donations of all sizes go a long way toward creating the hope-filled theatre that you love!
Monthly gifts will be considered perpetual unless otherwise noted. To cancel or change your monthly donation, please contact us at development@taproottheatre.org.
Have questions? Contact Corrie Hayes at corrie@taproottheatre.org.
Do you have a favorite element of Taproot programming?
Whether individually or through your company, sponsoring Taproot programs is a great way to underwrite production costs and bring hope-filled theatre to life.
Sponsorships are a key part of Taproot’s ability to continue serving Jewell Mainstage productions, Acting Studio programs, touring shows, and annual events. We can work with you to create a custom sponsorship package that will fit your budget, meet your philanthropic goals and/or maximize exposure to your target audience.
Sponsorships start at $1,000. For more information, please contact Gina Cavallo at gina@taproottheatre.org or 206.529.3678.
Double or triple the impact of your donation by initiating a corporate match with your employer. Many local companies use employee matching to enable you to make a difference at Taproot, including the following:
Aetna
Alaska Airlines
Bank of America
BECU
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Blackrock
BNSF
Boeing
Chevron
The Coca-Cola Company
Expedia
FM Global Foundation
General Electric
Johnson & Johnson
Liberty Mutual
LPL Financial
M.J. Murdock Foundation
Microsoft Corporation
Moss Adams
PTO Inc.
Raikes Foundation
Salesforce.org
Starbucks Corporation
Shell Oil
Symetra
Tableau
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thrivent Financial
T-Mobile
Verizon Wireless
The Walt Disney Company
Workday, Inc.
To find out more about your employer’s matching gift policy, please contact your human resources representative or search the HEP Database.
Planned Giving is a great way to support Taproot Theatre and to make a lasting impact on the theatre you love while planning for the future. When you make a charitable gift through your estate, you allow Taproot Theatre to continue telling hope-filled stories from the stage for years to come. Gifts of this kind provide you the ability to maintain control of your assets during your lifetime, while also providing tax benefits for yourself and your heirs.
See the giving options below to help determine the best option for you! Download pdf.
| Gift type | How does it work? | Benefit to you |
|---|---|---|
| Bequests | Name Taproot Theatre as a beneficiary in your will or living trust. Include one or two sentences in your will or living trust that leaves to Taproot Theatre a specific item, an amount of money, a gift contingent upon certain events, or a percentage of your estate. | Your gift costs nothing in your lifetime. The donation is exempt from federal estate tax. |
| Beneficiary Designations | Name Taproot Theatre as a beneficiary to receive assets, such as retirement plans and life insurance policies after you're gone. It's easy and flexible: Fill out a form that is entirely separate from your will and review /adjust beneficiary designations at any time. | The donation is exempt from federal estate tax. |
| Charitable Gift Annuity | Gifts annuities serve as contracts between Taproot Theatre and you, the donor. We agree to pay a fixed sum of money to you for the duration of your life. Afterwards, the remainder is left to Taproot Theatre. | Your gift supports Taproot while also guaranteeing you a stream of income for the rest of your or a loved one's life Gift annuities allow an immediate charitable tax deduction. |
| Charitable Lead Trust | Arrange a charitable lead trust that makes payments to Taproot Theatre for a specified period of time, which you choose. When the term is up, the remaining trust assets go to you vour family, or other beneficiaries you select. | Significantly reduce gift and estate taxes for your children or grandchildren. |
| Charitable Remainder Trusts | Set up a charitable remainder trust that provides you or other named individuals income each year for life or a specified period (not exceeding 20 years). An irrevocable remainder interest is then paid to Taproot Theatre. | These trusts allow for an immediate income tax deduction for a portion of the assets and up-front capital gains tax avoidance. |
| Real Estate | There are several ways to make a gift of real estate—including an outright gift, a bequest, a retained life estate, or a bargain sale (to name a few) - each with differing benefits based on your goals. | When you donate appreciated property you have held longer than one year, you get a federal income tax charitable deduction and avoid paying capital gains taxes. |
| Memorial/ Tribute Gifts | Give a memorial or tribute gift in honor of a loved one ( or yourself) and inspire philanthropy in others Any charitable gift you arrange can be made in honor of someone, whether given today or through your will or living trust. | You can honor a friend or loved one and receive financial benefits from your contribution. |
| Donor Advised Funds | Avoid the complexities of managing a private foundation by setting up a donor advised fund. Transfer cash or other assets to that fund, operated by a tax-exempt sponsoring organization (e.g. Seattle Foundation), and then recommend-but not direct-how much and how often money is granted to Taproot Theatre. | Donor advised funds allow you to centralize and simplify your charitable giving, as well as take an immediate tax deduction without having to choose charity benefactors right away. |
Download our Planned Giving Notification Form to inform us of your gift plans for Taproot Theatre.
Download Planned Giving Notification Form
IRA Charitable Rollover
Are you 70 ½ or older? The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act of 2015 (known popularly as the IRA Charitable Rollover) allows you to transfer up to $100,000 each year to charity without it being treated as a taxable distribution. Here are the requirements and restrictions for making an IRA charitable rollover gift:
- The donor must be 70 ½ or older.
- The gift must be made directly from the IRA to an eligible charitable organization.
- Gifts to all charities combined cannot exceed a total of $100,000 per taxpayer for the year.
- The gifts must be outright, and no material benefits can be received in return for the gifts. Thus a transfer of gift annuity, charitable remainder trust or pooled income fund is not permitted.
- Gifts cannot be made to a donor advised fund, supporting organization or private foundation.
- The gift is not included in taxable income, and no charitable deduction is allowed.
- The gift can only be made from an IRA. Gifts from 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans are not permitted.
Please note: The information on this page is designed only to provide information on gift options. Always talk to a tax or legal advisor before making a decision on legacy giving.
If you have further questions or would like more information about Planned Giving options, please contact us at development@taproottheatre.org.
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Past Events
Uncorked 2025
Saturday, November 1, 2025
6:00 PM–9:00 PM at Taproot Theatre
208 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103
$50/person • 21+
It’s back—and better than ever!
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Taproot Theatre’s annual Uncorked fundraiser.
- Sip & savor! Enjoy hand-selected wines from Drum Roll Wine, The Orcas Project, and Kily Import, craft beers from Snapshot Brewing, fine brandy from DW Distilling, plus delicious non-alcoholic beverages for everyone to enjoy.
- Bid & win! Take part in our exciting silent and live auctions! Prizes include unique experiences like a sunset boat cruise with Richard Nguyen Sloniker on Lake Union, dinner with Karen & Mark Lund, tickets to Seattle’s top theatre shows, Woodland Park Zoo passes, and so much more.
- Eat & celebrate! Discover new favorites at our Wine Wall, indulge in mouthwatering bites from Old Ballard Catering, and raise a glass with friends in support of live theatre.
Sponsored by Doug and Linda Freyberg
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The Big Stretch
Taproot Theatre’s 2025 Fundraising Gala
Saturday, May 3, 2025
5:00 PM–9:00 PM at The Triple Door
216 Union Street, Seattle 98101
FREE! By invitation only; RSVPs for all guests required
Join us on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at The Triple Door to celebrate Taproot Theatre!
Doors open at 5pm for cocktails, mocktails, and more in the Lounge!
A scrumptious dinner accompanied by Jason Coult of Jason Lux Music on piano!
A rousing program featuring Taproot actors!
Friends, conversation, laughter, and sparkle to light up your spring!
Questions: Gina Cavallo, gina@taproottheatre.org or 206.529.3678
Taproot Theatre is a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization, Federal Tax ID #91-0971237. Your donation to Taproot Theatre Company is fully tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
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When You Give, You Inspire
Every dollar you donate creates opportunities for optimism and experiences that change lives.
With every performance on the Jewell Mainstage and in the Isaac Studio, Taproot gives audiences compelling reasons to embrace hope and engage in conversation. Your gifts bring together every element of these shows—providing fabric for dozens of costumes, buying lumber and paint for set construction, hiring world-class actors, and much more.
Your investment in the next generation of theatre artists has far-reaching impact. Acting Studio classes offer encouraging and hands-on experiences for aspiring actors, while the Road Company teaches bullying-prevention practices to more than 100,000 students a year across Washington State. Additionally, you provide opportunities for self-confidence and social enrichment for individuals experiencing Early-Stage Memory Loss with monthly improv classes.
From benefit concerts to community forums, neighborhood events regularly find a home in Taproot’s Kendall Center and Isaac Studio. With your contributions, you open Taproot’s doors and embrace opportunities for meaningful connections within the Greenwood community.
Thank you.
Your investment in Taproot Theatre creates theatre experiences that brighten our spirits, engage our minds, and deepen our understanding of the world around us. Thank you for making hope-filled theatre possible.
