our patrons & partners
Honoring Our 2026 Supporters
The generosity of our community makes every season possible.
Season 3 donors—recognized below—support new commissions, live music, artist employment, community access initiatives, and performances across New York City and San Diego. We are deeply grateful for those who help advance the art of contemporary ballet.
All listings reflect gifts supporting Pointeworks’ 2026 season and programs (January 1 - December 31, 2026).
Leadership gifts
Principal Patron of 2026 Dancer Compensation - Elizabeth Fowler
Elizabeth’s leadership gift ensures Pointeworks dancers are paid professional wages for rehearsal and performance weeks, directly supporting artist sustainability at the core of our mission.
ÉTOILE CIRCLE — $5,000+
Visionary patrons whose exceptional generosity supports new commissions, live music, community engagement, and season-defining artistic initiatives.
Niki and Robin Lardner
Jim and Monica Nichols
Alexandra Newton
Restore Body / Justin Flores, Dipl. O.M., LAc, NKT
Ballet Arte Academy of Classical Ballet
Aurora Skirts Dancewear
PRINCIPAL DANCER CIRCLE — $1,000+
Leadership donors whose support strengthens artist employment, residencies, and the creation of new work throughout the season.
Malinow Family
Annie So
Elizabeth Yntema
Westside Ballet School
Renee Ascher
Carol & Tim Haidinger
BALLET SOCIETY MEMBERS — $100+
Supporters whose annual gifts sustain Pointeworks’ creative work and help expand access to the arts across our communities.
Rickey Palkovitz
Maki Brown
Susan Steinberg
Jane Jelenko
Edward Harsh
Jill Mehl
Ben Davis
Timothy Wampler
Jeremy Gruner
Devon Darrow
Danielle Diniz
Hayley Darden
Peter Anderson
Rachel Lovett
Faith Wood
Aurora Skirts Dancewear
Community Partners & Support
Pointeworks is proud to collaborate with community partners and corporate supporters who help extend our mission beyond the stage. Their contributions—whether through donated space, services, sponsorship, or in-kind support—make it possible for us to reach wider audiences, broaden arts access, and nurture the next generation of artists.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the organizations whose partnership strengthens Season 3 and enriches our work throughout the year.
If you’re interested in underwriting a specific element of Season 3, or in becoming involved as a patron or in-kind supporter, we’d love to hear from you. You’re welcome to reach out to our Patron Relations Coordinator, Ashley Lavin at alavin@pointeworks.org to start the conversation.
Looking for past supporters?
Visit the archive of patrons who helped shape last season:
