More Ways to Give
In addition to making an online donation, there are many other opportunities to support In the Heart of the Beast (HOBT). You can learn more about options below, and you’re encouraged to connect with us if you have any questions.
Giving Options
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Reach people who are deeply passionate and engaged in cultural activities by sponsoring HOBT. Contact us to learn more.
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Directing a grant from your donor advised fun to support HOBT will ensure this vibrant community continues to be accessible to all. It’s easy to give to HOBT through your donor advised fund. Please get in touch with us for assistance.
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A gift of stock or mutual fund shares can yield incredible benefits both for you and HOBT. Making a gift with appreciated securities is a smart way to support us. Contact us to learn more.
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Did you know that many employers provide matching gifts to organizations that you support. Don’t miss your opportunity to double your impact. Contact your HR department to learn more about this benefit and how you can notify your employer to unlock matching funds or contact us for more information.
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Making a gift to HOBT in memory or in honor of someone you care about is a unique way to honor them. Contact us to learn more or make a gift today.
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Please consider making HOBT a beneficiary of your will or retirement plan to provide the magic of art and puppetry to future generations. Contact us.
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Make a difference today and save on taxes. You can give any amount (up to a maximum of $100,000) per year from your IRA directly to HOBT without having to pay income taxes on the money. This popular gift option is commonly called the IRA charitable rollover, but you may also see it referred to as a qualified charitable distribution, or QCD for short. Contact us to learn more.
What does my gift go towards?
HOBT programs, events, community outreach, artist training and mentorship cohorts, and much more are all supported by the generosity of our donors, funders, and sponsors. Your funding supports activities like:
HOBT Puppet Storytime and storytime cohort: Free of charge to all participants, HOBT hosts storytime sessions in locations across the Twin Cities, bringing the magic and joy of puppetry to audiences of all ages.
HOBT Puppet and Mask Lending Library: HOBT makes our expansive collection of puppets and masks available at no cost to artists and community members through the Puppet Library, which also supports skill- and knowledge-sharing through Puppet Clinic, where community members have the opportunity to learn puppet repair and care techniques from experienced puppet artists.
HOBT school programs: HOBT is proud to have strong collaborative relationships with schools and after-school programs across the Twin Cities. HOBT school programs serve preschool through high school, and include public and private schools, home schools, and community after-school programs in partnership with community organizations like the Jeremiah Program and Lutheran Social Services.
Artist training and mentorship: HOBT is committed to providing opportunities for artistic collaboration, nurturing early career and emerging artists, and fostering space for knowledge- and skill-sharing for artists across disciplines and career stage. This includes artist training and mentorship programs like our Puppet Storytime cohort, which supports puppet artists in gaining new skills in puppet- and mask-making while providing opportunities for collaboration and knowledge-sharing with other artists; Puppet Clinic, which provides new and established puppet artists with the opportunity to learn and practice skills in puppet repair; artist residencies for performing companies in need of practice or stage spaces; and festivals and workshops throughout the year.
New and pilot programs: With your support, we are able to build and sustain new and innovative programming that furthers our mission of bringing the joy and magic of puppetry performance and education to all. For example, in the summer of 2025, HOBT will launch our first week-long camp designed for neurodivergent children and youth. Small classes with more teaching artists and staff will support the sensory, motor, and language needs of participants as they learn puppetry making, hone performance skills, and gain experience engaging with others in a sensory-supportive environment.