Become a Friend
Become a friend today for exclusive rewards and benefits.
Individual Donors
For questions about Friends of The Mann, please contact Leslie Bluestone, Director of Individual Giving at, lbluestone@manncenter.org or call (215) 546-7900 ext. 110.
When you become a Friend of The Mann you will be contributing to the exceptional musical and educational events presented by The Mann to the Philadelphia community. In appreciation of your support, you will receive exclusive Friends-only rewards and benefits that enhance your Mann experience. Friends of The Mann are "at the front of the line" when tickets first become available; for invitations to behind-the-scenes “meet & greets”; access to the Pitcairn Donor Terrace and Garden; and upgraded parking.
Friends of The Mann Levels and Benefits
Associate Friend - $100 (fully tax-deductible) includes:
- Pre-sale ticketing opportunities*
- Recognition in Playbill, house program
- 10% off select concerts
- 4 Silver Lot parking passes
Affiliate Friend - $300 (fully tax-deductible) includes:
- All Associate Friend benefits, plus
- 4 additional Silver Lot passes (total of 8)
- 4 free lawn passes to the Philadelphia Orchestra
- A Mann Center gift
- 2 “one night only” guest passes to the Pitcairn Donor Terrace and Garden
Benefactor Friend - $750 ($690 is tax-deductible) includes:
- All Affiliate Friend benefits, plus
- Silver Lot parking pass for the entire season
- Membership to the Pitcairn donor terrace & garden for the entire season (valid for two people)
- Back stage Meet & Greet with a guest artist (at artist discretion; invitations sent via email)
- 2 additional free lawn passes to the Philadelphia Orchestra (total of 6)
Encore Circle Levels and Benefits
Join us as an Encore Circle member and you will play a vital role in sustaining the artistry and innovative programming at The Mann this season and for seasons to come. As an Encore Circle member you’ll enjoy an intimate and unforgettable insider’s perspective into programs and artists at The Mann.
Patron - $1,250 ($1,190 is tax-deductible) includes:
- All Benefactor Friend benefits, plus
- Gold parking pass for the entire season
- VIP Concierge ticketing service for all ticket orders
- Priority ticketing and handling fee waived
- Complimentary Associate Friends membership for anyone you designate
- 2 additional free lawn passes to the Philadelphia Orchestra (total of 8)
- 2 additional “one night only” guest passes to the Pitcairn Donor Terrace and Garden (total of 4)
President's Circle - $2,500 ($2,320 is tax-deductible) includes:
- All Patron benefits, plus
- 2 Premium-seating tickets to a performance of your choice*
- Invitation to a special dinner with the President of The Mann Center for the Performing Arts
- 2 free lawn passes for every Philadelphia Orchestra Concert
- Gift Card for Dinner for two at Crescendo
Chairman's Circle - $5,000 ($4,640 is tax deductible) includes:
- All President's Circle benefits, plus
- Invitations to exclusive private dinners & receptions All President's Circle benefits, plus
- 2 additional Premium-seating tickets to a performance of your choice (total of 4)*
- Choice of: Dinner for 4 at Crescendo or Pitcairn Donor Terrace and Garden
Mann Circle - $10,000 ($9,640 is tax-deductible) includes:
- All Chairman’s Circle benefits, plus
- Opportunity to sponsor a Mann Center performance
- Opportunity to host a backstage reception with the guest artist following your sponsored performance (pending artist approval; catering costs not included)
*Some restrictions apply to ticketing benefits. Seat locations depend on the performance and artist/promotional holds. Artists may restrict location and number of tickets for pre-sale. Exchange privileges are limited. Tickets must be returned to The Mann Box Office no later than 48 hours prior to the performance.
Benefits are our way of saying Thank You for joining The Mann family! Memberships and benefits are valid for one year from the date of your last gift.
Your donation helps The Mann provide the gift of music and the performing arts to audiences of all backgrounds. The Mann is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and relies on your support to bring world-renowned artists to Philadelphia’s summer audiences at affordable prices.
MAKE A GIFT TODAY
- To contribute online, please click here and submit a donation via our secure server.
- To contribute by mail or fax, click here to download a printable form.
- To contribute by phone, or to make a stock transfer please call the Development Department at (215) 546-7900 ext. 103.



