Institutional Giving
& Sponsorship Opportunities
Institutional Giving & Sponsorships at The GhostLight Arts Initiative support bold storytelling, artist development, statewide arts journalism, and community-centered programming across Michigan.
We partner with foundations, corporations, public funders, and nonprofit organizations to create meaningful cultural impact through the arts. These partnerships are rooted in shared values, equity, and long-term vision—and are customized to align with partner priorities and community goals.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Obsidian Theatre Festival uplifts Black stories and artists through bold new work, professional opportunities, and community-centered performances. Sponsorship supports artist fees, production development, and audience engagement while aligning partners with one of the region’s most vital platforms for Black theatre.
The Detroit IMPACT Arts Conference convenes artists, educators, administrators, journalists, and cultural leaders for conversations on equity, sustainability, and the future of the arts. Sponsors help underwrite access, programming, and national thought leadership while positioning their organization as a champion for innovation, education, and inclusion.
Encore Michigan is a statewide digital hub for performing arts journalism, critique, and storytelling. Sponsorship supports training in arts criticism, expanded coverage across Michigan, and increased visibility for local theatres and cultural organizations.
The GhostLight Gala is our annual celebration of artists, storytelling, and community impact. Gala sponsorship offers high-visibility recognition, meaningful engagement with arts leaders and supporters, and alignment with GhostLight’s mission to shape a more equitable and vibrant cultural future.
Institutional Partnership
Institutional Partnerships at The GhostLight Arts Initiative support the long-term sustainability and growth of our work across Michigan. These partnerships invest in artist development, arts education, cultural journalism, and community-centered storytelling that reflects the depth and diversity of our communities.
We work closely with foundations, public funders, and nonprofit partners to align funding with shared values, programmatic goals, and measurable impact. Institutional support helps us build capacity, expand access, and create lasting opportunities for artists and audiences alike.
Through Institutional Partnerships, GhostLight is able to hire artists, train emerging creatives, convene thought leaders, and amplify stories that shape our collective future. These relationships are rooted in collaboration, transparency, and a shared commitment to equity, creativity, and cultural impact.
Levels
Cultural Partner -
up to $9,999.00
Cultural Partners provide foundational institutional support that helps sustain GhostLight’s core programs, artist development, and community-centered storytelling. These partnerships strengthen our ability to serve artists and audiences across Michigan.
Impact Partner -
$10,000 - $24,999
Impact Partners support the growth and expansion of key GhostLight initiatives. Their investment helps deepen program reach, increase access, and advance innovation across our festivals, conferences, and statewide journalism efforts.
Legacy Partner -
$25,000 - $99,999
Legacy Partners make sustained, high-impact investments that strengthen GhostLight’s long-term capacity and stability. Their support helps ensure artists are paid, programs endure, and communities continue to see themselves reflected onstage and in print.
Institutional Partnerships may support:
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Artist fellowships and professional development
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Youth education and workshops
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Statewide arts journalism and critique (Encore Michigan)
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Festivals, conferences, and convenings
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Capacity building and program sustainability
(Support may be general or program-specific.)
Anchor Partner -
$100,000+
Anchors provide transformational support that grounds and propels GhostLight’s mission. These partners play a critical role in shaping the future of our work—enabling bold vision, long-term planning, and lasting cultural impact.
Institutional partnerships are developed through conversation and collaboration.
To explore partnership opportunities, please contact: giving@ghostlight.art
Current & Previous Partners Include
(in alphabetical order)
GhostLight is grateful for the support of institutional partners — past and present — whose belief in our mission shapes what’s possible.
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The Community Foundation of Southeastern Michigan
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The Erb Foundation
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The Gilbert Family Foundation
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The Hudson-Webber Foundation
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The Knight Foundation
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The Kresge Foundation
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The Mellon Foundation
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Nicely Theatre Group
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The Noel Coward Foundation
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The Paul M. Angell Foundation
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The Peck Foundation
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The Skillman Foundation
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The Song Foundation