Thank you for supporting your San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre. Your belief in what live theatre can do keeps SLO REP moving forward. As we reach the end of a very eventful year, we ask you to continue that support with a year-end gift. With your help, we’ll make 2026 the most exciting year yet and be one step closer to raising the curtain on A New Stage for our entire community.
There are two options for your gift detailed below. Thank you, from all of us, for being part of this amazing story.
1. ANNUAL FUND & ACT
Your generous annual gifts support professional live theatre on the Central Coast. Ticket sales provide only about 60% of what it takes to keep the lights on, the costumes stitched, the sets built and the actors onstage. Your tax deductible gifts provide the rest, helping to bring nearly 200 performances to our downtown SLO stage each and every year.
In addition to our shows and events, SLO REP’s Academy of Creative Theatre education program (ACT) provides year-round camps, classes and performance experiences for hundreds of young artists at our Empleo Street Headquarters every year.
To make a donation to our Annual Fund and ACT to keep live theatre going strong today and tomorrow, please use the link below.
DONATE
Your donation may also be sent by mail to:
SLO Repertory Theatre
PO Box 122
San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
For more information, or to make your donation by phone, please contact:
Patty Thayer, Development & Capital Campaign Director
(805) 592-3190 | [email protected]
SLO REP is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Federal Tax ID# 95–2556678. All donations are tax deductible, as allowed by law, and will be promptly and gratefully acknowledged.
2. A NEW STAGE
You can help build the future of live theatre on the Central Coast by supporting our Capital Campaign for A New Stage in downtown San Luis Obispo. Consider becoming a “Pillar of the Theatre” with your gift of $5,000. Donations of $10,000 or more will be acknowledged on our custom-designed Donor Wall, located in the lobby of our new venue. Donations can be made over time, with pledges welcomed for up to three years (to be completed by the end of 2027).
We’d be so grateful for your gift at whatever level of support feels right for you. All donations — at any amount — are deeply appreciated.
For more information, or to make a pledge of support, please contact:
Patty Thayer, Development & Capital Campaign Director
(805) 592-3190 | [email protected]
To donate online, please click the link below.
DONATEQualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)
Are you age 70 1/2 or older? You can make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA to SLO REP!
A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) is a direct transfer of funds from your IRA to a qualified charity. Amounts distributed as a QCD can be counted toward satisfying your Required Minimum Distribution for the year, up to $108,000. The QCD is excluded from your taxable income. (You can read more about the tax implications and best practices regarding RMDs and QCDs HERE. We do not engage in providing tax advice and only provide this information summary as your starting point to discuss your individual situation with your tax advisor.)
If you would like more information about how to make a contribution from your IRA, a donor-advised fund or through a direct transfer of stock or securities, please contact:
Patty Thayer, Development & Capital Campaign Director
(805) 592-3190 | [email protected]
Potential Tax-saving Tip: Accelerating your planned contributions into this calendar year could reduce your overall tax burden, especially considering changes to the 2026 tax laws. Please consult your tax advisor for more information and to find out what makes sense for you.
SLO Repertory Theatre is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Federal Tax ID#95-2556678. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor for more information about giving opportunities that may offer tax benefits to you in 2025 and 2026.
Donor Reception & Season Preview
Major Donors to SLO REP ($1,000+) will receive an invitation to our annual donor reception and season preview to be held on March 15, 2026. Honored guests will enjoy a delightful reception along with a sneak preview of the upcoming season!
The 2026 Donor Reception is sponsored by:
Ann Robinson
To view SLO REP’s Gift Acceptance Policy, please click HERE.
We believe in the Donor Bill of Rights.
SLO Repertory Theatre is proud to have achieved the Gold Seal of Transparency from Candid (formerly Guidestar.)
Annual Fund Donor Benefits
Fans & Friends (up to $99)
Our sincere thanks! (along with a receipt for your taxes)
Stage Managers ($100-$249)
All above benefits
Donor listing in our playbill
Star ($250-$499)
All above benefits
Complimentary drink coupon for the SLO REP bar
Directors ($500-$999)
All above benefits
Complimentary SLO REP wine tumbler (to be picked up at the theatre)
Producers ($1,000-$2,999)
All above benefits
Invitation to the Annual Donor Reception
Concierge Ticketing assistance by SLO REP staff
4 complimentary tickets (by request)
Executive Producers ($3,000-$4,999)
All above benefits
4 additional complimentary tickets (by request)
Angels ($5,000-$9,999)
All above benefits. Additional benefits may be arranged on an individual basis with each donor.
Emerald Circle ($10,000-$24,999)
All above benefits. Additional benefits may be arranged on an individual basis with each donor.
Diamond Circle ($25,000+)
All above benefits. Additional benefits may be arranged on an individual basis with each donor.
Please contact Patty Thayer, Development Director at (805) 781-3889, ext. 15 to discuss your options.
Please note: According to IRS regulations, all tangible benefits (valued at $75+) such as complimentary tickets, will be detailed on your donation receipt. Any part of these benefits may be waived, if desired. If your contribution comes from a donor-advised fund or IRA, these benefits are not permitted.
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