As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity, World Upside Down relies on the generous gifts of donors like you to accomplish its work. Your support makes it possible for us to provide family-friendly theater, arts education, and after-school programming that inspires creativity, builds community, and opens doors of opportunity for children and families in the Upstate. Every contribution—big or small—directly impacts our students and audiences, ensuring that the arts remain accessible, meaningful, and alive for all.
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Giving Opportunities
Donate: Theater Program
World Upside Down thrives because of the generosity of people like you. Through our Gift a Ticket program, you can open the doors of live theater to children and families who might not otherwise have the chance to experience the magic of the stage. Sponsorship opportunities allow individuals and businesses to play a leading role in bringing our productions to life—supporting sets, costumes, and the many details that make each show unforgettable. Every gift helps us create meaningful arts experiences, foster creativity, and strengthen community connections. Join us in making theater accessible, inspiring, and truly magical for all.
Gift A Ticket
This season, our goal is to provide 300 free tickets, allowing community members to experience the transformative magic of live theater.
Local Businesses: Make a nonprofit donation to give your staff and their families the joy of live theater while supporting a meaningful community cause.
Individual & Business Donors: Your gift directly provides tickets to our nonprofit partners!
- Front Porch Housing
- Through Evely’s Eyes
- Isaiah 117 House
- Connie Maxwell Children’s Ministries
- David’s Table
- South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind
Thank you for your generosity!
Sponsor Our Shows
Bring your brand center stage while making a community impact. With seven performances and over 2,500 theatergoers each season, your sponsorship helps inspire young performers, support families, and keep the arts accessible to all. By supporting our program, sponsors invest in the next generation of leaders and storytellers—empowering young people through the arts and creating a community where every story and every voice matters.
Sponsor: Flying Carpet
Every great Aladdin story needs a flying carpet—and so does ours! Help us bring the magic to life on stage by sponsoring the creation of Aladdin’s enchanted carpet. Your gift will transport our audience on a dazzling ride through “A Whole New World” and beyond.
Sponsor: Cave of Wonders
The Cave of Wonders is a show-stopping set piece that creates the magical world where Aladdin first discovers the Genie’s lamp. Sponsoring this spectacular element helps us build the glittering cave, golden treasures, and iconic tiger’s head that will leave audiences in awe.
Sponsor: Makeup
From bold eyeliner to glittering accents, stage makeup helps our cast transform into the vibrant characters of Agrabah. Sponsoring the makeup ensures every genie sparkles, every royal shines, and every ensemble member looks their part under the stage lights. Your gift brings color, life, and magic to the story we share with our community.
Sponsor: Set
Every scene in Aladdin comes to life through the magic of our set—from the bustling streets of Agrabah to the dazzling royal palace. Your gift supports the artistry, craftsmanship, and creativity that transform an empty stage into a place of wonder.
Donate: After School Program
World Upside Down’s after-school program is a place where students discover their voice, build confidence, and grow through music, theater, dance, and visual arts. With your support, we can provide scholarships, supplies, and opportunities that make creativity accessible to every child. Your gift invests in the next generation of artists and leaders, shaping bright futures and strengthening our community through the transformative power of the arts.
Adopt a Student
Your sponsorship covers tuition, supplies, and access to all the enriching experiences our program provides. With your support, a student who might not otherwise afford it can join in the joy of learning, creating, and performing. Adopt a student today—and invest in a future full of imagination and possibility.
Fund Our Bus
But here’s the reality: while the total cost of the bus was $65,000, we still need to raise $12,000 to cover the down payment. Carrying this debt puts a strain on our program, and with your help, we can lift that burden and keep our focus where it belongs—on the students. Your gift helps us finish strong, ensuring that every seat on our bus is filled with opportunity and joy. Join us in fueling the future—give today!
Puppet Theater
We need your help to make it happen! Your support will cover the cost of materials, construction, and all the little details that turn an idea into a stage full of possibility. Donate today and help us give kids a stage where imagination takes the spotlight!