Help Raise the Curtain in MetroEast Illinois
We purchased Bellecourt Place to become our home. With your support, we’ll finish renovations, equip our theatre, and launch our first session of classes in Spring 2026.
Donate Now Sponsorship LevelsWhy it matters
- Only 4% of U.S. public elementary schools offer theatre instruction.
- Students in theatre score higher on college admission tests and build confidence, teamwork, and creativity.
- Metro East families deserve local access without long commutes or high costs.
What your gift funds
- Stage build-out
- Professional sound and lighting system
- Sprung dance floor
- Two pianos for instruction and performance
- Student scholarships and program supplies
Our mission
We provide accessible, high-quality performing arts training for aspiring performers and behind-the-scenes professionals, creating a cultural hub for Metro East Illinois.
Give Today
Your donation directly accelerates construction, equipment purchases, and student programs. Choose a one-time or monthly gift, make an in-kind donation, or sponsor a specific need.
Payable to: Dennis and Helene Sparger Center for Performing Arts
Memo: “Donation”
Mail to: 120 N. Jackson St. Belleville, IL 62220
We’re a 501(c)(3) public charity. TIN: 99-0926561. Contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Secure Online Giving
Use the PayPal button below to make a secure online donation, or open our donation page in a new tab.
Corporate Sponsorship Levels
Benefits scale with each tier. Recognition may include website and program listing, social media shout-outs, signage, and naming rights for spaces or equipment.
Bronze — $1,000+
- Name on website and donor wall
- Social media recognition
Silver — $5,000+
- All Bronze benefits
- Program acknowledgment for one season
- Invitation to donor preview event
Gold — $10,000+
- All Silver benefits
- Enhanced logo placement
- Season highlight post across channels
Platinum — $15,000+
- All Gold benefits
- Naming rights consideration (classroom, equipment, or space)
- VIP access to select events
In-Kind & Matching
- Goods or services (construction, paint, lighting, audio, flooring)
- Employer match coordination
- Recognition aligned to value
Specific Needs
- Stage build-out
- Sound & light system
- Sprung dance floor
- Two pianos
Why Sparger
Access
Local, affordable training means more families can participate without long commutes or schedule barriers.
Quality
Masterclasses with active Broadway professionals and expert faculty across acting, voice, dance, and tech.
Impact
Students gain confidence and real-world skills that support college admissions and career pathways.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is my donation tax-deductible?
- Yes. We’re a 501(c)(3) public charity (TIN 99-0926561). You’ll receive a receipt for your records.
- Can I earmark my gift for a specific item?
- Yes. You can designate funds for the stage, sound and lighting, dance floor, pianos, or scholarships.
- Do you accept monthly gifts?
- Absolutely. Monthly donations provide steady support for programs and operations.
- Do you accept in-kind donations?
- Yes. We welcome goods and professional services related to construction, equipment, and classroom needs.
Contact
Questions or want to discuss sponsorship? We’d love to talk.
Dennis and Helene Sparger Center for Performing Arts
120 N. Jackson St., Belleville, IL 62220
Email: hello@spargerperformingarts.org
Phone: 618-960-1836
Facebook: Follow us
Web: spargerperformingarts.org
Founder: Jamie Eros
Thank you for helping us build a home where students can learn, create, and shine—on stage and behind the scenes.