Make a Gift

Next Act Starts with You

Without a doubt, your donation makes our work possible. But contributions represent more than hard cash. Your gift is a vote of confidence and an expression of trust that conveys that our intimate brand of theatre is meaningful to you and worthy of your support. Thank you for believing and investing in Next Act.

Would you rather send us a check? Complete the form below, and return to us along with payment at PO Box 394, Milwaukee, WI 53201.

Donors are recognized in our playbills. Next Act Theatre is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization. Your donation is tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

For more information regarding donations, please contact Anne at 414-278-7780.

Additional Ways to Make a Gift

Stock Donation

Donations of stock are accepted. Please call Anne at 414-278-7780 for instructions.

Double Your Gift

Check with your employer to see if they offer a matching gift program.

A matching gift program directs a company to contribute to an organization that an individual employee supports. Sometimes gifts by retirees, members of the board of directors, and spouses of employees are also eligible.

To have your gift matched, complete and sign your company application and mail it with your donation payment to Next Act Theatre. Not only will you be recognized in our donor listings, but your employer will be recognized as well.

Companies listed below are known to match employee gifts. Check with your benefits manager or Human Resources department for matching policies and restrictions.

IRA Charitable Distributions

Those who qualify can transfer up to $100,000 per year directly from their IRA to a charity, which is tax favored for a number of reasons:

• A direct transfer does not count as taxable income to the recipient. Your adjusted gross income can impact taxable Social Security, deductible medical or miscellaneous expenses, and Medicare premiums.
• You do not need to itemize deductions to benefit; the entire amount is tax free to the individual donor.
• If you make large donations as a percentage of your income, this donation is not limited, other than the $100,000 annual maximum.
• Assuming the IRA has increased in value, you are donating appreciated assets without paying income taxes on the growth.
• The IRA distribution counts as a required minimum distribution for the individual.

The key requirements for a direct IRA donation are the following:

• Individual must be 70½ at the time of the donation.
• Donation must be from an IRA and not a 401k, pension, or other employer-sponsored retirement plan.
• Donation must be to an eligible charity (generally a 501(c)3 organization).
• Donation can be any amount up to $100,000 per year; for married couples, it is $100,000 each.

If you are eligible and interested in learning more, contact your investment advisor. Your advisor may contact Anne at Next Act Theatre, 414-278-7780, for any information they may require.