STAGE TO SUMMIT STARS Help sustain the music, the mountain, and the magic that define our region
The Stage to Summit Community of Stars brings together those whose generosity sustains the Ashwabay Alliance — the nonprofit home of Big Top Chautauqua, Mt. Ashwabay, StageNorth, and The Backstage. From summer nights under the Big Top to crisp mornings on the ski trails, every experience shines a little brighter because of you. Your annual gift supports everything we do — live music, local theatre, trail maintenance, youth programs, and community connection. Every contribution helps keep the stage lights bright, the trails groomed, and the spirit of the Bay alive.
GIVING LEVELS Each giving level recognizes the total annual support you provide across all Ashwabay Alliance venues — whether through donations, event sponsorships, or recurring monthly gifts as a Stage to Summit Sustainer. Listing of giving levels, invitations, and perk credits.
$500 TWINKLE 5 Day early access to ticket sales, Listing in donor reignition areas, invitation to virtual organizational updates - 1 Credit
$1,000 RISING STAR All benefits of Twinkle plus: one-week early access to ticket sales and invitation donor receptions. - 2 Credits
$2,500 SHINING STAR All benefits of Rising Star, plus: Priority Seating at StageNorth and Backstage Ticketed events. - 3 Credits
$5,000 SHOOTING STAR All benefits of Shining Star, plus:VIP Parking at Big Top Chautauqua Events. - 4 Credits
$10,000 GUIDING STAR All benefits of Shooting Star, plus: Invitation to exclusive virtual donor round table with Alliance Board. One annually. - 6 Credits $25,000 SUPERNOVA All benefits of Guiding Star, plus: Pick: 1 General Admissions Season Pass to Big Top Chautauqua - Admits 2 or 1 All Mountain Season Pass for 2.
Gifts to any program of the Ashwabay Alliance are fully tax-deductible to the extent of the law. Contact Jackie at Ashwabay Alliance to learn more about making gifts of securities or from an advised fund: [email protected] or 715-779-1101.
PICK YOUR PERKS! Anyone who gives $500 or more—through sponsorships or general donations—qualifies for the Pick-Your-Perks program. The more you give, the more credits you receive to redeem for the experiences and benefits that matter most to you.
Choose from lift tickets or lawn passes, premium seating, exclusive behind-the-scenes tours, and sound-check opportunities (as available), and other ways to enjoy the trails, the tent, and the community you help sustain.
This flexible menu is our way of saying thank you—and giving you the chance to shape your own adventure. All benefits are subject to change and adjustment. Contact Jackie at 715-779-1101 or [email protected] for more information.
AVAILABLE PERKS - PICK ONE PERK PER CREDIT $500+ - 1 Credit 2 Tickets to BCO Show any time of year, 2 Individual Alpine or Nordic Day Passes, 2 Drink Vouchers (good at all venues), 1 Family All Mountain Day Pass.
$1,000+ - 2 Credits 2 Tickets to BCO Show anytime of year, 2 Individual Alpine or Nordic Day Passes, 2 Drink Vouchers (good at all venues), 1 Family All Mountain Day Pass, 2 Lawn Passes to any Summer 2026 Big Top Show (as available).
$2,500+ - 3 Credits 2 Tickets to BCO Show any time of year, 2 Individual Alpine or Nordic Day Passes, 2 Drink Vouchers (good at all venues), 1 Family All Mountain Day Pass, 2 Lawn Passes to any Summer 2026 Big Top Show (as available), VIP Parking at 1 Big Top Show.
$5,000+ - 4 Credits 2 Tickets to BCO Show anytime of year, 2 Individual Alpine or Nordic Day Passes, 2 Drink Vouchers (good at all venues), 1 Family All Mountain Day Pass, 2 Lawn Passes to any Summer 2026 Big Top Show (as available), 2 Tickets to Big Top, StageNorth, or Backstage ticketed event.
$7,500+ - 5 Credits 2 Tickets to BCO Show anytime of year, 2 Individual Alpine or Nordic Day Passes, 2 Drink Vouchers (good at all venues), 1 Family All Mountain Day Pass, 2 Lawn Passes to any Summer 2026 Big Top Show (as available), 2 Tickets to Big Top, StageNorth, or Backstage ticketed event. Invitation to exclusive access tour hosted by Ashwabay Alliance Staff.
$10,000+ - 6 Credits 2 Tickets to BCO Show, 2 Individual Alpine or Nordic Day Passes, 2 Drink Vouchers (good at all venues), 1 Family All Mountain Day Pass, 2 Lawn Passes to any Summer 2026 Big Top Show (as available), 2 Tickets to Big Top, StageNorth, or Backstage ticketed event. Invitation to exclusive access tour hosted by Ashwabay Alliance Staff. Invitation for 4 to Sound Check and VIP seating at one Big Top performance. Spaces limited and only available at discretion of the artist.
$25,000+ - 7 Credits 2 Tickets to BCO Show, 2 Individual Alpine or Nordic Day Passes, 2 Drink Vouchers (good at all venues), 1 Family All Mountain Day Pass, 2 Lawn Passes to any Summer 2026 Big Top Show (as available), 2 Tickets to Big Top, StageNorth, or Backstage ticketed event. Invitation to exclusive access tour hosted by Ashwabay Alliance Staff. Invitation for 4 to Sound Check and VIP seating at one Big Top performance. Spaces limited and only available at discretion of the artist. Custom curated experience for you and your guests up to a party of 6.
$50,000+ - 8 Credits - All benefits of $25000 gift level plus: one more credit to use!
HOW TO JOIN You can join the Community of Stars in three ways:
Make a gift(s) of support of at least $500 in a fiscal year to any Ashwabay Alliance program, event, or fund. Ashwabay Alliance’s fiscal year is October - September. This includes general operational support, sponsorship support, contributions to Keepers Fund, or the Ed Olson Scholarship.
Set up a Monthly Recurring Contribution as a Stage to Summit Sustainer that totals at least $500 a year. Benefits are available once the full dollar amount is received.
Sponsor a show or event that brings your total giving to a recognition level. Learn more about sponsorships below under Sponsorship Opportunities.
Join the Stage to Summit Community of Stars today — and help keep the lights glowing under the Big Top, the trails open on the mountain, and the creative spirit of the Northwoods shining bright.
