Chance Theater General Endowment

The Chance Theater General Endowment was established to provide a long-term, sustainable source of income to support the overall operations, artistic programming, and strategic priorities of Chance Theater. The Endowment will serve as a financial cornerstone for the organization, helping ensure its resilience, independence, and continued service to the community.

Endowment gifts of $20,000 and above receive permanent recognition. Named endowments begin at $100,000.

For more information, please contact Founding Artist, Erika Miller, at (657) 549-0499 or Erika@ChanceTheater.com

We are deeply grateful to the visionary donors whose endowments advance our mission and secure the future of our productions for generations to come.

$500,000+

Mary Kay Fyda-Mar Artists Endowment
The Mary Kay Fyda-Mar Artists Endowment was established posthumously by her daughter, Christina Mar, to honor Mary Kay’s enduring legacy as a dedicated supporter and former Board Chair of Chance Theater. This fund provides a permanent and lasting source of financial support for artists and artistic personnel at Chance Theater.

$100,000+

Bette & Wylie Aitken Endowment
The Bette & Wylie Aitken Endowment was established in honor of Bette Aitken’s unwavering support for Chance Theater and her lifelong passion for the arts. Created as a challenge to launch a general endowment for the Chance, it inspired the community to raise more than $100,000, which was then matched, marking a spectacular beginning for Chance Theater’s General Endowment. This fund helps build long-term financial stability so the theater can continue to serve our community for years to come.
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Claire St. John Endowment
The Claire St. John Endowment was established in loving memory of Claire St. John, a young artist, a radiant soul, and a light that shone brilliantly and left too soon. Created to honor her creative spirit and the joy she brought to others, this fund will provide enduring support for the general operations of Chance Theater. Through this endowment, Claire’s light will continue to spark imagination, inspire community, and uplift the work of artists for generations.
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Laurie Smits Staude Union Artist Endowment
The Laurie Smits Staude Union Artist Endowment was established to support Chance Theater’s ongoing commitment to producing exceptional theater and providing meaningful opportunities for artists. This fund expands the theater’s capacity to engage union artists, allowing Chance to draw from an even wider range of experience, training, and artistic perspectives. By deepening the pool of talent available to our productions, this endowment enhances creative collaboration and helps bring a greater variety of stories to our stage, enriching both our artists and audiences alike.

$20,000+

In Memory of Diane Arnold • Myrna Hamid • Anonymous

General Endowment Fund