Step Up to the Plate – Help Us Raise $150,000 by March 25!
Just like baseball’s legendary 5-tool players, Opera Baltimore delivers extraordinary performances, deep community connections, and impactful education programs—all while keeping opera vibrant, exciting, and accessible to all.
Campaign progress
💰 Goal: $150,000
📅 Deadline: March 25
🎯 Raised So Far: $44,436
📣 If you want to discuss your signing options before joining the OB team, don't hesitate to reach out to Catrin Davies, VP of Advancement, at catrin@operabaltimore.org.
Get in the Game – Here’s How You Can Participate…
We’re making it fun, easy, and impactful to support opera in Baltimore!
First-Timer Fridays – March 7, 14, & 21
Never donated before? Every first-time gift unlocks a matching donation from David Herron, up to $5,000! No amount is too small—your first gift makes double the impact for Opera Baltimore.
Name a Cocktail for Thirsty Thursdays – March 3–25
Opera and cocktails—name a better duo! In May’s Thirsty Thursdays at the Opera: Kings Edition, we’re featuring an all bass-clef lineup (a nod to Britten’s Albert Herring). Now’s your chance to name one of our four signature cocktails!
✅ How to Participate:
Donate $100 or more between March 3–25.
On the donation checkout page, select “Add recognition name.”
In the box, enter "Cocktail Name: [Your Suggested Name]" and submit!
The winning names will be featured at the event.
Submit Your Cocktail Name →
Board Match Week – March 17–25
From March 17–25, all donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Opera Baltimore’s Board of Directors. Your gift goes twice as far, funding everything from artist salaries to free community performances.
Board Match Week Begins March 17
Donate Now & Double Your Impact →
How is Opera Baltimore like baseball’s legendary 5-tool players?
Our Five Tools:
Artists: The MVPs of Opera Baltimore—extraordinary talent on our stages.
Productions: From fully-staged opera to our signature concert operas to children & family programming.
Community Engagement: Free performances in our city’s beloved parks and green spaces.
Civic Practice: Proudly part of Baltimore’s thriving arts scene, with a deep commitment to West Baltimore and Opera on the Avenue.
Education: Interactive programs for all ages, including What is Opera? A Team!, Voice Your Story, Opera Club, and Opera Insights.
Why Your Support Matters
Opera Baltimore delivers unforgettable experiences, strengthens community bonds, and expands opera's accessibility. Your support fuels the artistry, education, and outreach that make us a vibrant force in the arts.
Your donation supports:
Paying world-class artists to perform in Baltimore.
Bringing opera education to students across the city.
Providing free performances in Baltimore’s parks and neighborhoods.
Sustaining Opera on the Avenue and our commitment to West Baltimore.
Let’s hit this fundraising goal out of the park—join the team today!