ADVANCEMENT

Thanks to you, our dedicated supporters, more than $6.6 million was generously gifted to The Ringling in support of top priorities in fiscal year 2017.

We were proud to receive major support from major funders including The Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Sarasota County Tourist Development Tax revenues. In addition, significant support was received from Hudson C. and Anne R. Smith, David W. and Mary S. Benfer, Charles M. and Charlotte I. Perret, David A Schuler and Dennis Pierce, Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation, Domenica T. and Cippone and Henry Warren, Willis Smith Construction, Suzi Barbee and Vic Hotto, J. Richard and Cornelia Matson, Gulf Coast Community Foundation and The Community Foundation of Sarasota County.

Our Legacy Society and planned giving continue to grow with significant gifts in 2017. In March over 130 members and guests of The John and Mable Ringling Legacy Society were honored at a special annual luncheon held at Ca’ d’Zan.

Membership and Circle continue to thrive at The Ringling, resulting in over $1,700,000 in revenue! Membership reached a record high of over 9,500 membership households during the height of season, a 10 percent increase from the same time last year. As a result of this growth, updates have been made to better accommodate high levels of attendance at popular events such as Ringling by the Bay and Member Exhibition Previews. We strive to maximize the member’s experience in keeping with the true philanthropic support that our donors desire.

MEMBERSHIP

9,554 MEMBERSHIP HOUSEHOLDS $1.7 M IN REVENUE IN TOTAL @ THE RINGLING $6.6 M RAISED

TOTAL RAISED FY 17 – $6,631,531

(Includes Membership)

Major Gifts $2,089,556

Membership & Circle $1,713,181

Planned Gifts $1,333,954

Gifts of Artwork $704,835

Grants $603,011

Sponsorships $90,049

Annual Fund $62,670

Giving Challenge $34,165