Individual Giving

Portland Opera is powered by the generosity of individuals, like you, who share their support. Learn more about individual giving levels and options, and join the incredible family of Portland Opera donors today.


The Bel Canto Society

Experience the behind-the-scenes magic that makes opera so inspiring, including access to unique and private events. By making an annual donation of $2,500 or more, you will join a dedicated group of arts lovers that are committed to ensuring that opera continues in our culture and city. 

Join the Bel Canto Society       Renew your Bel Canto membership

Benefits and More Information

Portland Opera is committed to providing unique and customized behind the scenes experiences for its Bel Canto Society during the COVID-19 pandemic. For more details, please contact giving@portlandopera.org.  

Once we are able to gather again, we expect to offer the following Bel Canto Society benefits: 

$10,000 +
  • Personalized and customizable benefits including dining experiences, rehearsal snapshots, and sponsorship opportunities. 
  • An evening with the Stage Director, Conductor and /or Principal artist at a semi-private dinner.
  • Opportunities to see your gifts at work by attending a school or community engagement performance
$5,000 +
  • Invitation to a behind the scenes opera rehearsal as a special guest of General Director, Sue Dixon
  • Invitation to attend the annual “Opera Listening Party”. Wine, beverages, and listening party with members of our artistic and production teams of the repertoire’s most beautiful and undiscovered gems
  • Complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres at the Opening Night Cast Party of each production
  • Plus all benefits listed below 
$2,500 - $4,999
  • Two complimentary wine, sparkling, or non-alcoholic beverages to be enjoyed during intermission for you and your guests at all operas during the season.
  • Invitation to the annual Bel Canto Society Dinner 

  • Complimentary parking for all Keller Auditorium productions

  • Complimentary parking for Keller Auditorium performances 

  • Complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres at receptions following select Live from the Hampton Opera Center events or Resident Artist Recitals

  • Plus, all the Amici Circle benefits 

The Amici Circle

Join us today as a member of our Amici Circle, Italian for our Circle of Friends. When you share your support at this level you gain access to enhanced experiences and benefits, while keeping the foundation of opera alive in Portland. 

Make your Amici Circle gift.  Renew your Amici Circle gift online. 

Benefits and More Information

Portland Opera is committed to providing unique and customized behind the scenes experiences for its Amici Circle members during the COVID-19 pandemic. For more details, please contact giving@portlandopera.org.  

Once we are able to gather again, we expect to offer the following Amici Circle benefits: 

$1,000 - $2,499
  • Invitation to the “Drinks on Set” event at the Hampton Opera Center 

  • Invitation to the Bel Canto Society Lounge and complimentary parking for one opera per season 

  • Invitation to the annual Portland Opera + PSU Choir concert at the Hampton Opera Center 

  • Invitation to one backstage tour at the Keller Auditorium 

  • Plus, all benefits listed below

  

$500 - $999
  • Invitation to Piano Dress Rehearsals at the Keller Auditorium to see the director, cast, and crew in action 

  • Receive complimentary coat check service all season 

  • Plus, all benefits listed below 

$100 - $499
  • Invitation to Portland Opera’s annual Holiday Party and Sing-Along at the Hampton Opera Center 

  • Recognition as a donor in opera programs 

  • Receive special invitations to exclusive events throughout the season. (Examples of special events include: exhibit opening receptions, Anthropologie fashion + opera shows, or panel discussions with visiting artists or opera experts) 

Contact us. 

Do you have a question about individual giving, benefits, or ways to make a gift? Our team is available to make your support of Portland Opera a joyful and easy experience. Please contact us at ‪971-801-7263. 

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