AUDITION & REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER 2027 NOW OPEN!
AUDITION & REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER 2027 NOW OPEN!
Since our founding in 1913, Perry-Mansfield has been dedicated to nurturing the creative spirit of young artists. Your donation helps us provide an environment where students can explore their talents, develop their skills, and build lifelong connections. Because of generous supporters like you, we can continue to offer scholarships, maintain our historic facilities, and provide exceptional training in dance, theatre, equestrian and the arts.
Your contribution ensures that we can uphold the vision of our founders, Charlotte Perry and Portia Mansfield, who believed in the profound impact of the arts on individuals and communities. Your generosity allows us to inspire the next generation of artists and keep their dream alive.
Thank you once again for your kindness and support. We look forward to keeping you updated on the exciting developments at Perry-Mansfield and hope to see you at one of our future performances or events.
Perry-Mansfield is a historic, deeply meaningful place that has nurtured artists and young people for over 100 years. The organization is working to permanently protect the land through a conservation easement, ensuring it remains undeveloped and continues its mission for future generations. To do this, they need to raise $150,000 quickly for legal and conservation costs. Donations now can be significantly amplified through tax benefits, helping build a long-term endowment to sustain both the land and its programs. The effort is positioned as a rare opportunity for the community to preserve a lasting legacy.
“Perry-Mansfield changed my life.” The organization has a 100+ year history of transforming lives by nurturing creativity, fostering self-expression, and building lifelong skills in young artists. Settled into the natural beauty of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, the camp offers a unique blend of rigorous artistic training and a supportive community. Here, students immerse themselves in disciplines such as dance, theater, arts and equestrian program, guided by some of the most respected professionals in the industry. This enriching environment not only hones their craft but also instills confidence, discipline, and resilience. Alumni often credit Perry-Mansfield with igniting their passion for the arts and shaping their personal and professional trajectories, creating a lasting impact that extends far beyond the summer.
Supporting Perry-Mansfield’s innovative programs is an investment in the future of the arts and the community. Over 25% of students attending summer programming are only able to participate through scholarships. Financial hardship is often a barrier to pursuing a career in the arts. Through the generous support of people like you, Perry-Mansfield has turned out hundreds of artists who have impacted and influenced the arts locally, nationally and globally. By donating, you help sustain and expand a diverse array of offerings – from dance, theater, and visual arts to equestrian programs and beyond. Your contribution enables year-round programming that enriches the lives of local residents; day camps that spark creativity in local kids; and a community theater that brings the joy of performance to all. Perry-Mansfield’s commitment to fostering nationally-recognized artistic talent and providing accessible arts education ensures that everyone, regardless of background, can experience the transformative power of the arts. Your generosity helps nurture the next generation of artists and supports a vibrant, artistic community for years to come.
Preserving the historic facilities at Perry-Mansfield is essential to maintaining the unique charm and enriching experience of attending the oldest performing arts camp in the country. These century-old buildings are more than just structures; they are a tangible connection to the camp’s storied past and a source of inspiration for the thousands of artists who pass through their doors. Your donation to their upkeep ensures that future generations can continue to create, learn, and perform in these iconic spaces. By contributing to the maintenance of these beloved facilities, you help protect an invaluable cultural legacy and support an environment where creativity flourishes. Your generosity will ensure that the historic charm of Perry-Mansfield endures, allowing the camp to continue its mission of transforming lives through the arts for another hundred years.
Perry-Mansfield relies on the generosity of individuals like you to continue providing exceptional arts education and nurturing the next generation of artists. By committing to a monthly gift, you ensure sustained support for our diverse programs. This enables us to offer scholarships, maintain our historic campus, and attract top-tier faculty. Your ongoing contribution, no matter the size, helps create a stable foundation for growth and innovation. Your donations allow Perry-Mansfield to inspire creativity and foster talent all year round. Join us in making a lasting impact by becoming a monthly donor today.
Are you a Thrivent member? If so, you may now choose to direct some of your Thrivent Choice dollars to Perry-Mansfield! Visit Thrivent Choice and Search for “Perry-Mansfield.”
Through their Community Rewards program, you can support Perry-Mansfield every time you shop at City Market using your value card. There’s no cost to you; you can earn donations to Perry-Mansfield on most items in your cart, and it won’t impact the rewards and fuel points YOU receive from City Market.
To start (or continue) supporting Perry-Mansfield with your value card, all you need to do is enroll online (see instructions below) and swipe your card when you shop.
You may send donations to:
Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School and Camp
40755 RCR 36
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
You may make an online donation by clicking on the button.
Colorado Gives Foundation is a community foundation with a mission to make good happen by connecting people, ideas and nonprofits. Colorado Gives has been trusted by more than 670,000 donors since 2007. Learn more about Perry-Mansfield’s work and the benefits of donating through Colorado Gives.
Including Perry-Mansfield in your estate planning is a great way to support the next generation of artists. Click on the link below to see the multiple ways you may leave a planned gift to Perry-Mansfield.
There was never a hair out of place on Helen Smith, from her white gloves to her pillbox hats. She met Charlotte Perry at Smith College. She and Charlotte were best friends. She was the only one who could help Charlotte and Portia see the other person’s side and made all people feel important and heard. Her ability to moderate situations became a critical element in helping camp run smoothly. She was the dash between Portia and Charlotte, the glue that held camp together.
The Helen Smith Society honors her legacy by naming our monthly giving society in her name. This recognizes that monthly givers are the “glue” that ensures the ongoing success of Perry-Mansfield.
Donors who choose to support Perry-Mansfield with a monthly contribution receive certain benefits based on their monthly giving level.
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