What is the 250 Collective?

At Sol Theatre, we see every day how theatre changes lives. We watch shy children find confidence, young artists discover their voice, and friendships grow into lifelong connections. The 250 Collective is a community of supporters who make those moments possible. Through a monthly gift, members help provide a safe, creative home where children can imagine, belong, and thrive. Together, we are ensuring that every child who walks through our doors has the opportunity to grow, create, and shine—today and for years to come.

Why the 250 Collective?

In 2026, our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary—a milestone rooted in the ideals of independence, courage, and the belief that communities can shape their own future. Those same values are at the heart of Sol Theatre.

As an independent theatre company, we have the freedom to tell bold stories, nurture young artists, and create a safe, welcoming space where children can discover confidence, creativity, and belonging. That independence is our greatest strength—but it also requires a strong community standing behind it.

Independence is not something we inherit

— it is something we sustain together.

The 250 Collective is our answer to that challenge. By building a network of 250 sustaining donors, we create a foundation that is resilient, adaptable, and community-powered. Rather than relying on a handful of large gifts or uncertain funding sources, we can weather changing economic times through the collective support of people who believe in our mission.

Just as our country's founders understood that lasting independence requires shared responsibility, the 250 Collective recognizes that the future of independent theatre depends on all of us. Together, we can ensure that Sol Theatre remains a place where young people can imagine, belong, and thrive for generations to come.

The 250 Collective

A Community Powered Movement to Keep Bold Theatre Independent!