Fundraising campaign to make magic for Theatre Jacksonville

As 2020 draws to a close, Theatre Jacksonville is ready to make some magic happen! With the help of a matching grant initiative through the Jessie Ball duPont Fund, donations from Dec.1 – 31 will do just that. Any gift of up to $500 given to Theatre Jacksonville’s Make Magic in 2020 campaign by December 31 will “magically” double – and 10% of the gift amount will also be donated to one of three local charities if the giver specifies as such. 

“We have been able to keep operations going this year, during exceptionally difficult times, in part due to the generosity of our donors. Our Make Magic in 2020 program is a fantastic way for operating funds to get a much-needed boost during these final months and for your donations to pack an extra punch,” said Theatre Jacksonville Executive Director Sarah Boone. “In turn, we are also aware that difficult times continue, not just for the theater industry, but also for many others. We are committed to doing our part for our larger community by sharing 10% of the money raised, if specified by each giver, with local organizations that do a tremendous amount of good helping those in need.” 

The three charities Theatre Jacksonville has selected to assist are Clara White Mission, JASMYN, and Mental Health America of Northeast Florida. Clara White Mission offers a variety of programs to chronically homeless and low-income clients, particularly veterans. JASMYN supports and empowers LGBTQ young people through health and wholeness services and youth development opportunities. Mental Health America raises awareness of mental health and wellness, provides training, and works to impact policy and legislation. Each giver may designate and name one if they wish to help a charity in addition to Theatre Jacksonville.

“We are thrilled about the opportunity to double any funds that we receive, while at the same time helping the larger community. This allows donations to be especially effective,” said Boone. “Also, as an incentive for givers who are feeling extra generous and who make two or more $500 donations, a playhouse chair will be named in their honor.” 

“We are committed to doing our part for our larger community by sharing 10% of the money raised, if specified by each giver, with local organizations that do a tremendous amount of good helping those in need.”

Donations to the Make Magic in 2020 campaign can be made by visiting www.theatrejax.com.

On the performance front, Theatre Jacksonville continues its online show offerings in February, when audiences will be treated to a local virtual production of “Thurgood,” written by George Stevens, Jr. “Thurgood” is a powerful play about the life of Thurgood Marshall, the first Black associate justice of the Supreme Court. The showing of “Thurgood” during Black History Month in February is timely, particularly as the country continues to grapple with the issues of racial injustice, inclusion, and equality. Virtual performances will begin on Thursday, Feb. 18.

— Sarah Boone, executive director, Theatre Jacksonville

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