Happy 616 Day, Grand Rapids!
Over the past eight years, we've made Grand Rapids our home. From partnerships with the Grand Rapids Public and Kent District Libraries to free programming at the Grand Rapids Art Museum, performing in the Summer Dance Festival to sharing our own mainstage shows, we've been honored to contribute to the growing cultural fabric of the city we call home.
If you need a few more reasons to support your local ballet company this 616 Day, scroll down to learn about how 95 cents of every dollar spent stays right here in Kent County.
And as our gift to you, we're celebrating with discounted SEASON TICKETS for our upcoming 2026-2027 performance season, so you'll never miss a beat from Deos Contemporary Ballet.
Your City, Your Ballet Company
Five Reasons Why Supporting Deos Ballet is an Investment in Your Community
1. Your donation stays local.
Over 95% of Deos Ballet's budget is spent locally, supporting dancer wages, costume fabric, ballet shoes, venue rentals, local artists, technicians, photographers, and small businesses throughout Grand Rapids and Kent County. When you support Deos, you're investing directly in the local economy.
2. Arts organizations create economic growth.
According to research from Americans for the Arts, nonprofit arts organizations generate significant economic activity by creating jobs and driving spending at restaurants, parking garages, shops, and other nearby businesses when audiences attend performances.
3. Free programming expands access to the arts.
Deos provides free programming that serves Grand Rapids and Kent County residents, ensuring that dance remains accessible regardless of financial barriers. Supporting Deos helps bring high-quality arts experiences to more people in our community.
4. Local artists build stronger communities.
Professional artists don't just perform. They teach, mentor, volunteer, and inspire. By supporting Deos, you're helping talented dancers and creators live and work in West Michigan, enriching the cultural fabric of our region year-round.
5. A thriving arts scene makes Grand Rapids a better place to live.
Strong arts communities attract businesses, visitors, and residents. Vibrant cultural organizations like Deos contribute to Grand Rapids' identity as a creative, dynamic city and help make West Michigan a place where people want to live, work, and raise families.
For 616 Day, support local art. Support local artists. Support Grand Rapids!