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Put Your Name Behind the Arts

Sponsor Northern Lakes Arts Association and help make performances, arts education, and community programs possible across our region.

Sponsorships are open to businesses, organizations, individuals, and families.

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Program Sponsor | $1000

Support a program that matters to you.

Sponsor a specific community, education, or artist-development program, such as the Ely City Band, Northern Lakes Arts Academy Art Workshops, or Greenstone Art Camp.

Includes:

  • Recognition as a Program Sponsor

  • Name or logo recognition online

  • Recognition in relevant print materials

  • Recognition at applicable program events

  • Invitation to the Art of Community Gathering

Production Sponsor | $1,250

Put your name behind the work onstage.

Support a specific theatrical production, concert, dance production, or other produced arts experience.

Includes:

  • Recognition as a Production Sponsor

  • Name or logo recognition online and in production materials

  • Full-page advertisement in the sponsored production's program

  • Public acknowledgement at performances

  • 4 complimentary tickets to the production you are sponsoring

  • Invitation to the Art of Community Gathering

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Season Sponsor | $1,500

Stand behind an entire year of the arts.

Support the full scope of NLAA's work throughout 2027, from performances and arts education to community programs and accessible arts experiences.

Includes:

  • Season-long recognition as a Season Sponsor

  • Name or logo recognition online and in season materials

  • Full-page advertisement in performance programs

  • Public acknowledgement throughout the season

  • 2 season passes

  • Invitation to the Art of Community Gathering

  • Invitations to select NLAA gatherings

Sponsorship Isn't Just for Businesses

NLAA sponsorships are also open to individuals and families.

Sponsor in your own name, your family name, in honor of someone who matters to you, or in memory of someone whose love of the arts you want to carry forward.

Put Your Name Behind Something That Matters Here.

Program Sponsor | $1,000


Production Sponsor | $1,500


Season Sponsor | $2,000

Not sure which sponsorship is right for you? We're happy to help you find the best fit.

Become a 2027 NLAA Sponsor

Choose how you’d like to support the arts in our community.

Frequency

One time

Yearly

Amount

Program Sponsor | Supports an NLAA community or education program, helping provide artists, instruction, materials, and resources that make the program possible.

$1,000

Production Sponsor | Supports an NLAA production, helping pay artists and bring ambitious live theater, music, and dance experiences to audiences in northern Minnesota.

$1,250

Season Sponsor | Supports NLAA’s full season of performances, arts education, community programs, artist opportunities, and accessible arts experiences throughout the year.

$1,500

Other

2027 Sponsor

Where Will the Arts Take You?

At Northern Lakes Arts Association, every program is a doorway into Ely’s vibrant Rural Arts Ecosystem. Choose your path below and see what inspires you most:

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MainStage Productions

Experience unforgettable theater, concerts, and dance performances that set the standard for artistic excellence in Ely.

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Northern Lakes Arts Academy

Grow your skills through workshops, camps, and hands-on mentorship for artists of all ages.

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Community Arts & Events

Connect with neighbors through inclusive programs, local showcases, and celebrations that bring the arts to everyone.

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Northern Lakes Arts Association 

1900 East Camp Street, Ely, Mn 55731
218-235-9937
Contact@NorthernLakesArts.Org
EIN: 36-3485240

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2026 Donors and Sponsors

Legacy Circle Members
Recognizing individuals whose enduring generosity has helped shape and sustain Northern Lakes Arts Association over time. This circle reflects long-term impact and may include supporters who prefer not to list a public giving amount.

Catherine Aldrich

Kari Wenger

Anonymous

Season Sponsors ($1500+)

Boundary Waters Connect

Brainstorm Bakery

Ely Outfitting Company 

Motel Ely

Sherpa

The Boathouse

Barb & Laverne Dunsmore

Insula

The Vermilion Campus Foundation

DiAnn White

Bernie & Kari Dusich

Holly Rom

Lindsey Lang

Larry & Catherine Bogolub

Jamie & Cindy Gardner

Joe & Mary Bianco

Raven Words Press

Firefly Antiques

Anonymous x2

Gold Level Donors ($1000+)

Alanna Dore

Bridgette Sundell

Carrie Bezak

Caroline Owens

David & Kathleen Miller

Heidi Buettner

Mary Louise Icenhour

Nancy Piragis

Paul & Sue Schurke

Roger & Nancy Benjamin

Rusty & DiAnn White

Sarah Wigdahl-Vollom

Sue Duffy & Linda Ganister

Virgie & The Ivancich Family

River Point Resort & Outfitting Co.

Minnesota Public Radio

Silver Level Donors ($500+)

Al Gerhardstein & Mimi Gingold

Alanna Dore

Brian Batzli

Carolyn & Keith Dehnbostel

Christine Stevens

Ely Auto

Karen McManus

Katie Heitzig

Jan Carey

Kristine & Krista Woerhide

Laura Myntti

Norma McKinnon

Pamela Saunders

Sheldon Damberg

Steven & Mona Johnson

Tim Deyak

Town of Morse

Troy West

Bronze Level Donors ($250+)

Albert & Karen Maddern

Andrea Landro-Pike

Ann Spitler

Bear Island Realty

Brian Krause

Darlene Nemanich

Dave & Rene Settergren

David & Michelle Young

Ely Flower and Seed

Frandsen Bank & Trust

Grand Ely Lodge

Glenda Harbaugh

James Montana III

Karl Kubiak

Kathleen & Byron Anderson

Linda Carlson

Log Cabin Coffee

Mindy Shulfer

Nancy Sorjanen

Mrs. Pamela Kearney

Piragis Northwoods
Raven’s Wing B&B

Rebecca Nova

Roberta Klar

Sue Germek
Sue & Wayne Pasmick

The individuals , businesses and families listed above help make Northern Lakes Arts Association possible. Their generosity supports artists, youth programs, and live performances that bring our community together.

If you would like to join this circle of supporters, we welcome you.

And if we have accidentally missed your name in this listing, please let us know so we can properly recognize your support.

To make a gift or update your information, click the button below

Thank you for helping keep the arts alive in Ely.
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