
Boston Ballet is pleased to announce a challenge grant to support our activities:
- on the stage - world renowned artistry,
- in the studio - Boston Ballet’s internationally recognized School, and
- in the community – inspiring and educational outreach programs serving our community and enriching the lives of thousands of children
The Blumenthal Family has generously offered a three-part challenge grant to match contributions up to a total of $1 million. Whether it is unrestricted support or a designated budget-relieving gift to one of the many Education, Outreach or Production Sponsorship Opportunities, the impact of your gift will be doubled.
Watch a video of Executive Director Barry Hughson discussing the challenge grant.
The challenge seeks to expand participation among Boston Ballet school families, company supporters and civic leaders. Whether you are a new or long-time supporter, please consider increasing your commitment to Boston Ballet to help us take full advantage of this generous challenge grant. Gifts may be applied to the following:
• Annual Fund Match of up to $250,000
Incremental increases in giving by existing donors to Boston Ballet's Annual Fund as well as gifts from new and lapsed donors will be matched dollar-for-dollar under the Challenge Grant.
Friends gifts from $35 to $1,999
Benefactors’ Circle Gifts of $2,000 or more
Young Partners Membership begins at $250
• Boston Ballet School Annual Fund Match of up to $250,000
Gifts towards the Boston Ballet School Annual Fund will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to a total of $250,000 and all donations count towards the giving levels listed above.
• Major Gifts ($25,000 and above) Match of up to $500,000
Major gifts will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $500,000.
Your gift – no matter what its size – can help us meet the Challenge Grant and bring Boston Ballet closer to meeting the contributed support levels necessary to funding its multifaceted presence in our community – you can make a difference!

Thank you for your consideration and support of Boston Ballet!
*The Challenge Grant excludes special event and board Annual Fund support.