Support CFT
Give a Gift. Share the Magic.
Donations and Sponsorships
Since our inception in 2006, we've had a dream — a dream to have a place to call home, a place where children and families can come together around the shared love of theatre. A place that is welcoming, nurturing, and full of the kind of creative energy that changes lives. Thanks to the generosity of our community, that dream has been our reality for over 16 years.
Connecticut Family Theatre is a nonprofit organization, and the support of our community is absolutely essential to keeping our programs vibrant, accessible, and growing. Every dollar donated goes directly toward supporting our students — funding scholarships for families who need financial assistance, upgrading our performance and rehearsal facilities, acquiring costumes and production materials, and compensating our exceptional teaching faculty.
When you give to CFT, you are not simply supporting a theatre program. You are investing in the confidence of a shy child who discovers her voice for the first time. You are supporting the leadership development of a teenager who learns to guide and inspire his fellow cast members. You are helping a young person discover a passion that may define the rest of their life. Your generosity makes all of this possible — and we are profoundly grateful.
Ways to Give
Spotlight Sponsor
$5,000+- ✓Featured naming recognition in all production programs
- ✓Logo placement on CFT website and promotional materials
- ✓VIP seating at all CFT performances for one full season
- ✓Recognition at curtain call of all productions
- ✓Personal acknowledgment from CFT leadership
Curtain Raiser
$1,000–$4,999- ✓Named recognition in all production programs
- ✓CFT website recognition for one full season
- ✓Four complimentary tickets to season productions
- ✓Invitation to opening night receptions
Stage Partner
$500–$999- ✓Named recognition in production programs
- ✓Two complimentary tickets to a season production
- ✓CFT website listing for one season
Community Friend
Up to $499- ✓Donor recognition in production programs
- ✓Our heartfelt appreciation and thanks
Corporate Sponsorship
Partnering with Connecticut Family Theatre as a corporate sponsor is an exceptional way for your business to demonstrate its commitment to arts education, youth development, and the broader West Hartford and Connecticut community. CFT's audiences include families, educators, local government officials, and community leaders — a demographic that tends to be highly engaged, loyal, and community-minded.
Our sponsorship packages are designed to provide genuine value and visibility for your brand while making a meaningful difference for our students. We work collaboratively with each corporate partner to customize a sponsorship arrangement that aligns with your company's marketing goals and community relations objectives. From production naming rights to exclusive event sponsorships, we have a range of options to fit different budgets and priorities.
Many of our long-term corporate sponsors report that their relationship with CFT has strengthened their reputation as community-minded businesses and generated meaningful goodwill with local customers. If you are interested in learning more about corporate sponsorship opportunities, please contact us today — we would love to welcome your organization to the CFT family.
Become a Volunteer
Volunteering with Connecticut Family Theatre is one of the most rewarding ways to support our mission. Our volunteers play vital roles in making every CFT production and program a success. From building sets and managing costumes to working front-of-house on performance nights, there are meaningful volunteer opportunities for people with a wide range of skills and availability.
We also need volunteers with administrative and marketing skills to help us with data management, social media, grant writing, photography, and community outreach. If you have a skill you think could benefit CFT, chances are we could use it. No theatrical experience is necessary to make a tremendous difference as a CFT volunteer.
Many of our most dedicated volunteers are parents of current or former CFT students. Volunteering alongside your child's theatre program is a wonderful way to share in their experience and stay connected to the CFT community. We welcome all volunteers to join us and help keep the magic of CFT alive.
Other Ways to Support CFT
Spread the Word
Tell other families about our programs, share our events on social media, and write a review of your family's experience. Word-of-mouth is our most powerful marketing tool.
Attend Our Shows
Buying a ticket to a CFT production directly supports our work. Bring friends and family to experience the incredible talent of our student performers.
In-Kind Donations
We gladly accept in-kind donations of fabric, costumes, set-building materials, office supplies, and other items useful for our programs and productions.
Planned Giving
Consider including CFT in your estate planning. A planned gift ensures that your legacy of support for the arts continues for generations of Connecticut young people.