The Financial Reality & How You Can Help

Earned revenue from ticket sales, tuition fees and concessions cover approximately 79% of the annual operating budget, making Ruth Eckerd Hall a national leader in financial stewardship among non-profit arts organization where the average falls below 50%. The remaining operating expense is covered mostly by individual and corporate support. Annual membership contributions, gifts to our endowment and program underwriting are essential to keep ticket prices, tuition fees and arts experiences within the reach of families.

Only with donor support can we continue to...

Present the finest in performances from classical to rock, from theater to comedy as artist fees and overhead costs rise.

Develop future artists from St. Petersburg to Spring Hill, from Redington Shores to Riverview.

Infuse arts into community life from healing therapy at the hospital to character building at the high school.

Inflame creativity and self-confidence from the classroom to the community center.

We Cannot Succeed Without You!!