Why Supporting ACLT Matters
Like any non-profit organization, we depend on the donations of our community to survive. With dwindling arts programs in schools, your donations mean more than ever as we strive to serve the children in our community. We expose community members to new ideas, stories and creative expressions they might not get otherwise. This cultural enrichment makes our community more vibrant, creative and well rounded. Support ACLT and make a tax deductible donation. Whether you are a local business, a longtime patron, or a neighbor who believes in the value of the arts, your sponsorship makes a meaningful difference. Every contribution, large or small, helps ensure that live theatre continues to enrich our mountain community.
As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your gift to Ashe County Little Theatre is fully tax-deductible. EIN – 58-1698715. CSL – EX012212.
Tax-Deductible Giving
The Spotlight Circle
Step into the spotlight. Become a monthly supporter.
You Keep Theatre Alive Year-Round
You Elevate Every Production
You Support Local Talent
You Build for the Future
You Keep Theatre Accessible
Even a small monthly gift makes a big difference:
$5/month helps build steady support
$10–$25/month creates meaningful impact
$50+/month helps fund major improvements
Together, these gifts provide the foundation that keeps our theatre strong.
Join our monthly donors today and help us carry the curtain forward for the next 50 years.
Other Ways to give
Behind the Curtain
Supporting the Tools of Theatre in 2026
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Website
We are updating our website to enhance consistency, drive more traffic and conversation, as well as enhance both patron and visitor’s user experience.Stripe Card Readers
Enables more secure, fast, and flexible in-person payments which reduce patron ticket waiting times, unified online/offline sales management, reduces fraud liability through EMV/P2PE encryption, supports various payment methods (tap, chip, swipe), and provides a seamless customer experience with a single platform for all transactions and simplifying reporting.Scrim
Scrims help with visual effects and diffuse light modification.Update Lighting Board
Upgrades will modernize existing board to increase lighting and energy efficiency, enhance creative control, faster programming, reduced operational costs, with better color, movement and sustainability to improve story telling. -
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Ory’s love for the theatre began as a youth actor at Ashe County Little Theatre, where his passion for the stage first took root. That passion never faded. Donations to the Ory Owen Memorial Fund support educational opportunities for young performers, including education and training, workshops, and access to theatre programs. Through this fund, we are able to honor the joy, creativity and spirit Ory brought to our stage and our community. Ory's commitment to learning and creativity continues to open doors for the next generation of artists.
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Mary Owen, Edie Miller, Patrick Considine, Jennifer Judson,Marian Hartman
In loving memory of Ory Owen, established by his mother, Mary Owen.
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The T. Stan Holman Memorial Scholarship Endowment honors the life and legacy of T. Stan Holman while supporting Ashe County students continuing their education beyond high school. Managed through the North Carolina Community Foundation and presented by Ashe County Little Theatre, the fund reflects a strong commitment to community and education.
Recent recipients include Sarah Brandt and Olivia Cooper in 2024, and Abby Carpenter in 2022.
Ashe County seniors can apply through their school guidance counselor or by contacting the Ashe County Little Theatre education coordinator. For donation information, please contact us.
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In loving memory of T. Stan Holman
Season Donors
These donations ensure we are funded to provide a fabulous slate of shows fully funded to our community. And, they come with perks!
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Benefits:
Eight Tickets.
Two ACLT Traditional Passes: The ACLT Traditional Pass allows one ticket per show. Four tickets per subscription, limited to available dates and times.
Redemption dates for traditional passes are normally six weeks before tickets go on sale to the general public.
Recognition in all of our season show programs, Facebook, website and in our lobby during every show.
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Benefits:
Four Tickets.
One ACLT Traditional Pass. The ACLT Traditional Pass allows one ticket per show. Four tickets per subscription, limited to available dates and times.
Redemption dates for traditional passes are normally six weeks before tickets go on sale to the general public.
Recognition in all of our season show programs, Facebook, website and in our lobby during every show.
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Benefits:
Two Tickets to any selected show.
Recognition in all of our season show playbills, Facebook, website and in our lobby during every show
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Benefits:
Recognition in all of our season show playbills, Facebook, website and in our lobby during every show.
Advertising Sponsor
Showcase your business in one, two, three or all four productions. Align your brand with the arts in a vibrant community. Reach a diverse audience of local and visiting patrons. Advertising rates per show:
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Ad size: 2.375” x 3.875”
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Ad size: 5” x 3.875”
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Ad size: 5” x 8”
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Ad size: 5” x 8”
Planned Giving
Planned Giving - Easily give from your IRA or other retirement fund for extra tax benefits. Naming ACLT as the beneficiary of a qualified retirement plan asset such as 401(k), 403 (b), IRA, Keogh or profit sharing pension will accomplish a charitable goal while realizing significant tax savings. It can be costly to pass such assets on to heirs because of heavy tax consequences. By naming ACLT as a beneficiary of a retirement plan, the donor maintains complete control over the asset while living, but at the donor’s death the plan passes on to support the ACLT free of both estate and income taxes.
Outright Bequest in a Will
Ensures live theatre is here for years to come. The following provision in your will creates an unrestricted bequest, which assures that your gift will be used where it is most needed. Please discuss with you financial advisor or attorney how this can benefit you and your philanthropic goals.
1. Specific Dollar Amount - “I bequest the sum of $ ___, to the ACLT, a non-profit organization having a principal place of business at 303 School Avenue, West Jefferson, NC 28694, Federal Tax ID #58-1698715, to be used or disposed of as the ACLT, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate.”
2. Percentage Amount - “I bequest the sum of __ % of my estate to the ACLT, a non-profit organization having a principal place of business at 303 School Avenue, West Jefferson, NC 28694, Federal Tax ID #58-1698715, to be used or disposed of as the ACLT, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate.”
Make a Donation by Check
Checks can be mailed and made payable to:
Ashe County Little Theatre
PO Box 213 Jefferson, NC 28640
If you have questions or would like to discuss gifts of appreciated assets, IRA distributions or other tax advantaged giving opportunities, please contact us at info@ashecountylittletheatre.org.
Click below to download a printable donation form to include with your check. This is optional, but it helps us recognize and thank you for your support.
With Gratitude to Our Current Donors
Producer
Barbara Sears
Benefactor
Bill and Kathy Cissna
Friends of the LIttle Theatre
Laken Brooks
Kathryn Chefas
Joanne and Jim Kuszaj
Jane Lonon
Edie Miller
Trimella Chaney
Eva Ingle
Sponsor
Mike and Jan Kotula
Jan Gambill
Park Vista Motor Lodge & Diner
Old Barn Winery
Thank you for your support.
Your generous gift means a great deal to ACLT and helps us continue our mission of providing live theatre to everyone! No matter the amount, every donation makes a difference. We truly appreciate your kindness, generosity and commitment in helping us make a positive impact on our community.