DESA presents: The Ellington Experience Fundraiser at – Washington, D. C.,

See DESA presents: The Ellington Experience Fundraiser Live in Washington, D. C. on Friday, February 27, 2026, Doors Open at 6:00 PM

Dear Ellington Supporter, 

In 1974, artists and leading visionaries Peggy Cooper Cafritz and Alvin (Mike) Malone established the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in a school in Northwest Washington, D.C. formerly known as Western High School. This began 50 years of free and excellent artistic and academic education to students who could not otherwise afford that opportunity. Their vision grew over the years into the world-renowned institution that today offers a life-changing arts education to underserved, but talented, District youth regardless of background or ability to pay. We are inviting you to become part of this enduring legacy.

On February 27, 2026, the school will continue its 50th anniversary in a celebratory event called the Ellington Experience, a showcase of all eight arts departments, featuring student performances, a sponsor reception, and silent and live auctions. 

The proceeds from this event will directly benefit current students by funding master classes from highly regarded artists, including Ellington alumni, travel opportunities for students to learn from major production houses/exhibitions (a first for many of our students), and procurement of industry-standard equipment for all departments, which ultimately enhances integrated arts through the fabric of our institution. 

Your tax-deductible sponsorship will continue the DESA legacy that has produced countless leaders and professionals not only in the arts but across all disciplines. Please consider sponsoring today! 

Sponsorships range from $500 to $25,000 and will ensure that you have premier seating at the show, access to the VIP reception, and your name featured on event materials and the school website. Please see sponsorship opportunities below. We look forward to your support.  

ELLINGTON EXPERIENCE SPONSORSHIPSaturday, February 27, 2026Doors Open: 6:00 PM – Performance at 7:00 PM
General Admission: $50
Reserved Seating (Early Entry): $75

Choose sponsorship options

PLATINUM UNDERWRITER – $25,000
Up to 25 VIP Reception • Up to 25 VIP Premier Show tickets • Shout out from podium • Opportunity to introduce performance at podium • Name and logo in event materials, on website, and in social media post • Full page ad in Souvenir Program • Souvenir Program for each guest • Dedicated concierge for the evening

A-TRAIN SPONSOR- $10,000
Up to 10 VIP Reception tickets • Up to 10 VIP Premier Show tickets • Shout out from podium • Name and logo in event materials, on website, and in social media post • Full page ad in Souvenir Program • Souvenir Program for each guest • Dedicated concierge for the evening

SIR DUKE SPONSOR- $7,500
Up to 8 VIP Reception tickets • Up to 8 VIP Premier Show tickets • Name and logo in event materials, on website, and in social media post • Full page ad in Souvenir Program • 4 Souvenir Programs

DUKE EXPRESS SPONSOR- $5,000
Up to 6 VIP Reception • Up to 6 Premier Show tickets • Name and logo in event materials, on website, and in social media post • Half page ad in Souvenir Program • 3 Souvenir Programs

SILVER RECORD- $2,500
Up to 4 VIP Reception • Up to 4 Premier Show tickets • Name and logo in event materials, on website, and in social media post • Half page ad in Souvenir Program • 2 Souvenir Programs

CAFRITZ CIRCLE – $1,000
2 VIP Reception tickets • 2 Premier Show tickets • Name and logo in event materials and on website • Name and logo in Souvenir Program • 1 Souvenir Program

MALONE MUSE- $500
1 VIP Reception ticket • 1 Premier Show ticket • Name and logo in event materials and on website • Name and logo in Souvenir Program • 1 Souvenir Program

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