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Legacy Circle

Make a Lasting Investment in the Arts

The Legacy Circle recognizes individuals and families who make an annual gift of $1,500 or more to Northern Lakes Arts Association.

Your support gives NLAA the flexibility to plan ahead, invest in artists, create opportunities for young people, expand access, and keep ambitious arts experiences rooted here in northern Minnesota.

Give Where It Matters Most

Legacy Circle gifts provide flexible support across NLAA's work. That means your generosity can go where it will make the greatest difference, from putting artists to work and supporting youth programs to keeping Pay What You Can opportunities available.

It also gives NLAA something especially valuable: the ability to think beyond the next production.

Your investment helps us build a stronger, more sustainable arts organization for the community we serve.

Recognition Without the Price Tag

We believe generosity should be recognized without making giving a competition.

Legacy Circle members are recognized by name as members of the Legacy Circle. Individual gift amounts are never published. Members may also choose to remain anonymous.

Legacy Circle members receive:

  • 2027 NLAA member benefits

  • Legacy Circle recognition

  • Complimentary tickets

  • Invitations to select NLAA gatherings

  • Invitation to the Art of Community Gathering

Legacy Circle or Sponsorship?

Both provide significant support to NLAA. The difference is how you want your gift recognized.

Legacy Circle
Your gift supports NLAA broadly. You are recognized as a Legacy Circle member without your individual gift amount being published.

Sponsorship
Your support is publicly connected to a specific NLAA program, production, or the full season and includes corresponding sponsor recognition.

Help Build What Comes Next

Legacy Circle giving begins at $1,500 annually.

Your investment helps ensure artists can create, young people can participate, audiences can gather, and ambitious arts experiences continue to have a home here.

Join the Legacy Circle

Make an annual gift of $1,500 or more and provide dependable support for the artists, programs, access, and opportunities that make NLAA’s work possible.

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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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