The Smith Center is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people from all walks of life through the power of the live performing arts. As a nonprofit, we rely on the generous support of our donors to sustain the transformational work we do on our stages and in the community.
“There’s something transformational about a performing arts center. It’s something that will last for years and years, generations to come.”
Michael Yackira
Smith Center Board of Directors, Campaign to Sustain Donor
At The Smith Center, every performance, education program and community outreach initiative begins with you, our supporters. Your commitment helps The Smith Center, a nonprofit organization, fully achieve its mission of inspiring artists, audiences and our diverse community. As a member or donor, you make everything we do possible. Whether you’re an individual, a corporation or a foundation, you have the opportunity to make a difference in thousands of lives today and for generations to come in Southern Nevada.
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The Road to Reopening
When we went dark in March of 2020, no one could have imagined that it would take so long to reopen. We have already cancelled or postponed over 450 performances totaling over $40 million in lost revenue, including Broadway shows, student education matinees and live performances of all types.
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Membership
Every thrilling performance and inspirational program that happens at The Smith Center is possible because of the generous philanthropic support of our members. As much as 25 percent of each season’s operational costs are covered by people like you who believe in the power of the performing arts and the impact it has on our Southern Nevada community.
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Sponsorships
Is your company seeking to broaden its competitive edge? Sponsorship is one of the most powerful marketing tools for enhancing your brand image, shaping consumer behavior and strengthening your community.
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Planned Giving
The Encore Society
Including The Smith Center in your estate plans will ensure that our programs, performances, and educational opportunities will continue for generations to come.
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Securing Our Endowment
The Campaign To Sustain The Smith Center
Generous community contributions transformed The Smith Center from a dream to a reality. Our Campaign to Sustain The Smith Center seeks to ensure that this dream is a forever gift to the community.
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Fanfare!
Fanfare! is The Smith Center’s young professionals networking and engagement group (ages 21-39) whose purpose is to foster new and ongoing relationships between The Smith Center and rising professional leaders in a fun, entertaining and engaging way.
Ticket Donation
One quick and easy way to help is to donate the value of your tickets from any cancelled shows.
Grants
Private and family foundations and government agencies play a vital role in our ability to sustain on-going programs and fuel our innovative spirit.
Other Ways to Support
There are a variety of ways to support The Smith Center, designed to fit every budget and to be quick and convenient for you.
“The first time I heard about this amazing project, I got chills. I thought, ‘This is exactly what we need in Las Vegas.’ Now every time I step into the building it brings tears to my eyes, and I think, ‘I’m a part of this.’”
Janice Haupt Allen
Founding Donor