Little Women Ballet Company Inc. is now officially incorporated in the State of California, and we are moving forward with the process of becoming a non-profit organization.
In the meantime, Little Women Ballet operates as a fiscally sponsored project of ArtistsPlus Productions, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
All donations made on our behalf are fully tax deductible. Please consider making a donation or becoming a recurring member below.
ArtistsPlus Productions enhances performing arts experiences by bringing the imagination and power of exceptional dance-making to collaborative partnerships throughout Southern California and around the world. Find out more about ArtistsPlus Productions at artistsplus.org.
Little Women Ballet is sustained by a community of supporters who believe in women-led storytelling, original creation, and the power of dance to hold many voices. Your generosity makes it possible for our artists to rehearse, create, and share work that expands what ballet can be.
WHY SUPPORT US
Amplify Women’s Voices: Your support helps us place women at the forefront of ballet—not only as performers, but as choreographers, designers, and leaders shaping the work itself.
Create Original Works: Each season, we produce innovative ballets that expand classical technique, storytelling, and performance.
Mentor the Next Generation: Donations fuel programs that provide mentorship, training, and creative opportunities for emerging women choreographers and artists.
Reach New Audiences: Contributions allow us to connect with broader communities, create immersive experiences, and share the diversity of women’s stories.
WAY TO GIVE
Donate: Every gift, large or small, fuels our mission. Support the creation of new works, mentorship programs, and performances that elevate women in ballet.
Sponsor a Ballet or Program: Partner with us to directly support a production, artist, or educational initiative. Sponsorships provide vital resources and visibility for your organization while championing women in the arts.
Become a Sustaining Member: Commit to ongoing support and help sustain the long-term growth and impact of Little Women Ballet.
Volunteer & Advocate: Share your time, skills, and voice. From event support to community outreach, you can help expand the reach of our mission.
IMPACT OF YOUR SUPPORT
Your contributions make a tangible difference:
Funding the creation of original ballets by women choreographers.
Supporting immersive performances that challenge and delight audiences.
Providing mentorship and development programs for emerging women artists.
Building a community where women’s stories are celebrated, seen, and shared widely.
THANK YOU FOR HELPING US GROW.
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
BECOME A MEMBER
FRIENDS OF
LITTLE WOMEN BALLET
“Support a Dancer” Monthly Giving
($10-100 monthly)
Friends of Little Women Ballet are monthly donors who provide consistent, reliable support for our artists and ongoing operations. This level of giving is designed to be accessible at a range of amounts and focuses on direct, tangible impact rather than formal benefits.
Monthly support helps fund:
Dancer rehearsal time and participation
Artistic development and creative research
The day-to-day work required to sustain a professional ballet company
Sustainers form the foundation of Little Women Ballet’s financial stability and artistic continuity. By giving monthly, you help ensure that our dancers can focus on their craft and that our work can grow with care and intention.
Donation Perks for this Tier:
Choose T-shirt or Hat
Name listed on LWB website & all 2026 programs
CREATIVE INSIDER CIRCLE
Annual Giving
($500-5,000)
The Dance Makers Circle is for supporters who wish to engage more deeply with the creative process behind our work. Gifts at this level directly support the development of new choreography, artistic experimentation, and the collaborative labor that happens behind the scenes.
Dance Makers are invited into the process through opportunities such as:
Open rehearsals
Pre-show gatherings or talk-backs
Informal conversations with dancers, choreographers, or artistic leadership
This tier offers a closer look at how work is made and how artistic decisions take shape, creating a meaningful connection between supporters and the artists they champion.
Donation perks for this tier:
Choose Candle, Hat, or T-shirt
Sweet Treat Voucher for our Autumn Immersive Experience 2026
Name listed on LWB website & all 2026 programs
PROGRAM-BASED SUPPORT
Goal-Oriented Support - One-time or Annual
($250-$1000)
Program-based giving allows donors to support specific initiatives within Little Women Ballet’s programming. These gifts are tied to clearly defined goals and timelines and may include support for:
Choreographic mentorship programs
New commissions
Community workshops or educational initiatives
Original music or design for specific productions
This approach offers a tangible way to contribute to a particular area of impact while allowing the company flexibility to adapt and grow as our programming evolves.
Donation perks for this tier:
Choose Candle, Hat, or T-shirt
Sweet Treat Voucher for our Autumn Immersive Experience 2026
Bring-A-Friend Ticket: Receive one complimentary ticket per purchased ticket for any Immersive Experience
Name listed on LWB website & all 2026 programs
ANNUAL GIVING & MAJOR GIFTS
($5000+)
Annual and major gifts support the long-term sustainability and growth of Little Women Ballet. These contributions allow leadership to allocate resources where they are most needed across productions, programs, and operations.
This level of support is especially meaningful for donors aligned with our long-term vision: expanding women-centered storytelling through dance, investing in artists, and building a company that can thrive for years to come.
Donation perks for this tier:
Choose Candle, Hat, or T-shirt
Sweet Treat Voucher
Bring-A-Friend Ticket (1:1 comp for all Immersive Experience tickets purchased)
Exclusive Access: Invitation to the Little Women full-length ballet Dress Rehearsal – December 2026
Name listed on LWB website & all 2026 programs
Interesting in making a donation without becoming a member? Look no further!
LITTLE WOMEN MEMBER
DONATION GIFTS
THANK YOU TO OUR CURRENT
CONTRIBUTING MEMBERS
Vanessa Rojas
Friends of LWB
Joan O’Neill
Chris Balog
Brittany Hymer
Creative Insider Circle
The Enney Family
The Hammarstrom Family
The Paszkiewicz Family
The Jennings Family
The Rohovec Family
The Bischoff Family
Kathryn Linehan
Patrice Cantarelli
Boris + Shelley Komarov
Dimitri + Krislyn Komarov
The Peddicord Family
The Van Citters Family
Eugenia Der
Dustin Cassidy
Christa Backstrom
The Orlando Family
David Cassell
The Marsh Family
Christa Backstrom
Program-Based Support
The Delawari Family
Peony Couture
The Hernan & Orfi Barros Foundation
Jenna Fleming
Lisa Kelly & Michael Seales
Erick Garcia
The Bollt Family
Annual Giving Circle
The Moritz Family
Chrissy Harding
The Press Family
The Flores Family
Producer Circle
The Andres Family
Ross Clark
RJ Muehlhausen
Diane DeFranco Browne
Jane Arnold
Natalie + Greg Meyer

