Make a Gift
What we do is not possible without you!
If, over the past nineteen seasons, you’ve found yourself inspired, transported, or
entertained by some of the incredible artists presented on the Hett’s stage, then
I hope that you will take a moment to support our mission. Help us to keep McKendree Presents thriving for years to come!
More ways to give:
Performance sponsorships at the Hett are not only a great way to support our mission, but also an excellent means to gain visibility for your own business and to be seen as a good corporate citizen by the community. Additionally, sponsors of McKendree Presents programs can take advantage of an attractive benefits package. Click here to learn more!
Monthly recurring gifts are a convenient way to provide ongoing support without putting a strain on your budget.
On our "Support the Hett" donation page, select "recurring gift" under additional
information.
Memorial Giving / planned giving will help secure the future of the arets and create your own legecy
of generousity to the cultural richness of our community.
Corporate Gift Matching helps your donation to the Hett go further
Required Minimum Distributions can offset taxes by making a qualified charitable donation.
Support from individual Friends of the Hett members make our season possible (and make each season better than the previous one)!
When you donate to the Friends of the Hett or purchase a ticket to an event, you demonstrate your belief in the value of the
performing arts. You know that the hope, joy, and inspiration that come from great
art are not a luxury. Art is essential. I hope you will consider making a gift to the Hett today.
To make a gift please call the box office at 618-537-6863, send your check via US
Mail made payable to McKendree University (annotate the Hett in the memo line), or
click the "Make a Gift" button on the right side of this page.
Friends of the Hett Benefits
Supporter - $100 + (price goes up to $150 on May 29, 2025)
- Advance ticket purchase privilege (limit 6 per show during early sales period)
- Discount on all tickets
- Annual Season magazine (mailed in July)
- Recognition in the Hett’s lobby, on the Hett’s website, and in digital programs (donations must be received before August 11, 2025)
- Ticket exchange privilege
Patron - $250 +
- All the above, plus:
- Invitation for 2 to our Annual Preview Event.
Benefactor - $500 +
- All the above, plus:
- Two tickets to any performance
- Two passes to the Director’s Lounge for one performance of choice
Star - $1,000 + (price goes up to $1250 on May 29, 2025)
- All the above, plus:
- Four additional tickets (six tickets total) to be used at any performance
- One reserved parking spot in Lot B for one performance of choice
- Priority seating – you pick your seats before tickets go on sale
Director's Circle - $2,500 +
- All the above, plus:
- Six additional tickets (twelve tickets total) to be used at any performance
- Unlimited complimentary beverages in private lounge before each performance
- Parking in Lot B (next to the Hett) for all McKendree Presents
- Private meet and greet with the artists before the performance, when available.
- No ticket limit during pre-sale
- Never a waiting list
