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2015 Annual Report
The 2015 Thelma Annual Report highlights the organization's first year of operations, celebrating its successes while acknowledging ongoing challenges. It emphasizes the contributions of various stakeholders, including donors and volunteers, and outlines goals for increasing community engagement and arts education in 2016. The report details financial growth through increased revenues and strategic collaborations, underscoring Thelma's role in enhancing the cultural landscape of Fond du Lac.
2015 Annual Report
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- 2. 2 The 2015 THELMAAnnual Report marks the first ever in the history of our organization. First evers are important because they recognize hope. We all hope there is going to be another year, another day, another event. I can remember the first ever moment I walked through the doors of the old Windhover Center. I remember the first ever moment when THELMA was ready for the public. First evers that were filled with hope. First evers are also important because of the people you share those moments with. I hope that you notice our first ever annual report illustrates the people who make THELMA possible. From our donors, members, sponsors, board members, staff, and event attendees, all people who make first evers pretty special. I hope you enjoy thumbing through our first ever annual report as we tell a very special story of the people of THELMA. We also tell a story of challenges and successes. Our successes make the challenges worthwhile. Certainly the people in the pages of our first ever Annual Report make it all worthwhile. On behalf of everyone here at THELMA, thank you and I hope to see you soon at the next show, next gig, the next first ever. Kevin Miller Executive Director From the Executive Director From the Board President THELMA continued to grow in its second full year of operations. Our successes included: the Windy Dinner THELMA Style; increased visibility and event attendance; as well as gracious monetary and volunteer donations. With our successes, expectations are high but challenges remain. The primary goal for 2016 is to increase building utilization through programs, rentals, meetings, and concerts. We can achieve our goals through continued collaboration with our members, attendees, donors, artists, performers, and community. We will also look to expand access to the arts through arts education offerings like Children’s Chorale and On Stage @ THELMA. Thank you for your contribution to our 2015 successes and we look forward to partnering with you in 2016. Tom Herre THELMA Board President
- 3. “It is agreat space with lots of natural light, and the photography and mixed media exhibit was very interesting and well exhibited.” - Hal Barnett, patron 2015 Exhibitions 45 North Squared Erik Benson William Darling Marian University Student Art Exhibition Amanda Mathis Shane McAdams Membership Show Andrew Redington H.D. Tylle Jason Vaughn Shane Walsh Mike Womack Scott Zieher “The art galleries at Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts have the potential to become one of the eminent spaces to exhibit art in the region. They are well appointed, beautiful and demonstrate the respect and honor that culture should bestow on the visual arts.” - Rafael Francisco Salas, Associate Professor of Art, Ripon College
- 4. “Loved the entertainment andbeautiful surroundings. Always a good time with very nice people.” - Lynne Gibbons, patron “Love this place! The music and the venue are outstanding. The staff is always engaging and warm. THELMA is a great addition to Fond du Lac...we are lucky to have a place like this to enrich our cultural experience!” - Nicole Oechsner, patron - The Jimmys, December 18 - Nikki Hill, March 20 - GGOOLLDD, June 18
- 5. Tim and RoseAhern Culvers Restaurants Foot of the Lake Poetry Collective Grant and Katie Grinstead The Goldsmith Hometown Bank Jim and Amy Jarvis National Exchange Bank & Trust Lacey Sadoff Eric and Kendra Stone Justin and Alexandra Smith Uecker-Witt Funeral Home Mary Voell First Weber/Winfield Properties THELMA provides high quality entertainment and classes because of our Program and Event Sponsors Interested in sponsoring arts education, concerts, films, or any of THELMA’s high quality programming, please contact Kevin Miller, THELMA’s Executive Director at 920.921.5410, kevin@thelmaarts.org. “It was an amazing experience! Can't wait for the next time my beautiful granddaughters are in a program there...” - Mary Price, patron - Children’s Chorale, December 6
- 6. Gifts and Grants Upto $99 Christine Schiek and Dwayne Clark Glenn and Anita Demoske Guaranty Title Clark and Inez Koechel Peter Lowry Nicole Oechsner Thomas and Angela Otte Patricia Popp William and Christine Retert Judith Schmidt Mark Sondergard Ron Spapperi Matthew and Jennifer Supple Kabrina Tepp David Twohig $100 to $499 Ahern-Gross, Inc. Lila Alexander Mary Arthur Betty Beardsley David Bowman Michael Burch Nancy Donohue Bill and Ann Freund John and Mary Ellen Gormican Mark and Jennifer Hawley Mary Hoffmaster Holiday Chrysler Dodge Jeep Foundation, Inc. Wayne Huberty Steve and Donna Klabunde David and Joann Klumpyan Jenny Knuth Holly Luehring Pete and Lesley Manowske Daniel and Kristine McLain Jan Miller C.E. and Linda Moore Zachary and Tiffany Parker Sheli Sadoff and Alan Patterson Susan Peters Bruce Reinhardt Marie Rosenfeldt June Schaetzel Thomas and Karen Schuppe Michael and Paula Sergi John and Joan Shanahan Maggie Shea Silica for Your Home James and Kathleen Simon Sherry Stormo Lawrence and Mary Toriello Catherine Ritter and Robert Zoelle Jeffrey and Deborah Zwicky continued Gifts and grants make it possible for THELMA to fulfill its mission of providing access to the arts and arts education. Visual arts, the reading series, concerts, and classes, often for free, thanks to the generosity of our donors.
- 7. In-Kind J. F. Ahern TheGoldsmith Guaranteed Christmas, LLC Gueller's Photography Krystal Kleer Ice Sculptures Manowske Welding Minuteman Press Andrew Redington Shea Electric C.D. Smith Construction Justin Smith Sweet ‘N Easy Events Wood's Floral & Gifts $500 to $1,499 Agnesian HealthCare Alliance Laundry Systems Arts Midwest Baker Cheese Bert and Susan Baumgartner Culver’s Restaurant Thomas and Sally Herre Jim and Amy Jarvis Brian and Kristin Johnson Kiwanis Club of Fond du Lac Lake Winnebago Kiwanis Foundation, Inc. Steve and Mary Millin National Exchange Bank & Trust Steve and Karla Peterson Janet Schmidt Slaggie Family Foundation Mary Lou Soffa Jill Stenson Robert and Elaine Stogsdill Jerry and Dixie Sullivan Timothy and Merrie Twohig Richard and Mary Wehner Ray and Carla Wifler Bill and Alyson Zierdt $1,500 to $9,999 Tony and Linda Ahern Holiday Automotive Horicon Bank James and Sharon Hubbard David and Jean Juedes Mercury Marine Mid States Aluminum Corp. Rick and Pat Miller Thomas Petri William and Karen Shaw Society Insurance Charitable Fund Wisconsin Arts Board U.S. Bank Foundation $10,000 to $50,000 Dale and Ruth Michels Family Foundation The Grande Foundation Lacey Sadoff $50,000 to $250,000 Marguerite Soffa 7
- 8. Donor Location Sadoff FamilyFoundation Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts The Grande Foundation Grande Board Room Mike Shannon Automotive Foundation, Inc. Holiday Showroom Marguerite Soffa Marguerite’s Lookout Fond du Lac Area Foundation Fond du Lac Area Foundation Community Art Room Naming Rights Interested in honoring your company, organization or loved one by naming a room inside THELMA, please contact Kevin Miller, Executive Director at 920.921.5410 or kevin@thelmaarts.org. A key component of THELMA’s fundraising opportunities includes naming rights in the many beautiful public event spaces throughout the facility. See below those who have already contributed. Windy Dinner THELMA Style In-Kind Donors Agnesian HealthCare Ang ‘n Eddies Pizza Badger Liquor Elks’ Club The Goldsmith Holiday Inn Krystal Kleer Ice Scupltures Pat and Rick Miller Minuteman Press Model Cleaners Silica Appliance South Hills Country Club Sweet N Easy Events Trista Holz Studios Wood’s Floral & Gifts The American Club Ang n’ Eddies Scott Basler Jesse and Jessica Burg Captain Bob Docter of Winnebago Sport Fishing LLC Tom and Helen Carew Culver’s Restaurants Eden Catering Kevin Freund The Goldsmith Grande Cheese Gueller’s Photography Tom and Sally Herre Jim and Sharon Hubbard Amy Jarvis Doug Jorgenson Ron Kapolnek Auction Item Donors and Winning Bidders Bruce Mach Wayne Matzke Pat and Rick Miller Jim Neumann Pat Reiher Tracy Rupp Gary and Amy Sadoff Dr. Michael Sergi and Paula Sergi Karen Shaw Justin Smith Marguerite Soffa Jill Stenson Eric Stone Lynn Uecker Sandra Uecker Deb Wadman JoAnn Ward Nancy Witowski
- 9. 2015 Revenue 2015 Expenses 9 Concessions 23.43% Other 0.19% Building Rentals 9.58% Memberships 4.69% Gifts, Grants, Donations 32.34% FundRaising 12.90% Programs/Events 14.41% Children’s Chorale 2.46% Administrative* 62.57% Events/Programs 20.84% Children’s Chorale 2.20% Marketing 2.22% Rentals 0.81% Other 1.88% Fund Raising 0.83% Concessions 8.67% *Administrative Breakdown During 2015, THELMA in partnership with the Fond du Lac community was able to grow our visibility and our operations. Operationally, revenues from programs, fundraising and membership increased 18%; while overall operating expenses decreased 7%. These combined efforts contributed to stabilized cash flow in 2015 and allowed for a pay down on the line of credit. For 2016, we have elevated our expectations for growth and are committed to maintaining cost controls. Overall our financial position would not be possible without the gracious monetary and in-kind donations of our donors, sponsors, members and community. Thank you for your contribution to our successful 2015! - Katherine Diederich, CPA From the Treasurer Employment - 38.94% Interest/Finance - 26.54% Facility - 21.11% Other - 8.78% Professional Fees - 4.63%
- 10. THELMA collaborates with CorporatePartners and other Non-Profits in making our community better by offering special rental packages. Corporate and Non-Profit Gatherings “The level of service and professionalism from the THELMA team helped ease our minds during our planning, down to the smallest of details. We’re very fortunate to have THELMA as part of our downtown Fond du Lac Community. We look forward to our 2016 Ball!!!” - Lin Schroeder and Patti Koehn 2015 Charity Club Chairs “Omni Resources holds an Employee-Owners Annual Meeting to announce the new stock price...a celebration of the company’s success. We were seeking a unique, upscale venue...THELMA was the perfect fit for our event: unique, classy and affordable. With a short planning window, the THELMA team was attentive, responsive...several occasions going above and beyond expectations. I would highly recommend THELMA as an event venue. We felt like the THELMA team was working as a direct extension of our own...they were 100 percent committed to making sure our event was a success.” - Michelle Richard Vice President Marketing & Communications Omni Resources, Inc.
- 11. “I fell inlove with THELMA the minute I parked the car. It is undeniable the sheer beauty of THELMA, from the modern art galleries to the old architectural details in the Great Hall and Fountain City Room. We loved working with the staff.” - Cassie Parmer, bride “Thank you for providing an excellent venue, superb service, and the perfect atmosphere. We received countless compliments on our choice of venue and we will be recommending THELMA to everyone.” - Dan and Bethany Groves, bride and groom THELMA is committed to providing a beautiful venue with a high level of customer service. Weddings
- 12. Membership Corporate Membership For moreinformation on THELMA’s Corporate Membership Program, contact Jacqui at 920.921.5410 or jacqui@thelmaarts.org Benefits of Corporate Membership Discounted rentals for Corporate Events Invitations to THELMA Events Recognition on THELMA website Listing in Annual Report Levels (A Single Membership is $60) $500 1 - 24 employees (Up to a $1,440 value) $1,000 25 - 50 employees (Up to a $3,000 value) $1,500 51 - 100 employees (Up to a $6,000 value) $2,000 101 – 150 employees (Up to a $9,000 value) $2,500 151+ employees (A minimum $9,060 value) THELMA plays a big role in making Fond du Lac more -- more appealing to live, work, and play. A THELMA Corporate Membership allows your business to provide individual THELMA memberships to all of your employees. In addition to providing your entire workforce with this distinctive benefit, your company will be contributing to the sustainability of THELMA and a vibrant community. 12
- 13. Bronze Jeff and KellyBaker Michael and Evelyn Burch Dirk and Elizabeth Disper Charles and Katie Hornung Bret and Joanne Pasiuk Steve and Mimi Sager Thomas and Theresa Schultz Sally Scott and John Hyink John and Sally St. Peter Jill Stenson Phil and Christine Twohig Stephen and Christine VanderBloemen Silver Tripp and Colleen Ahern Rick and Pat Miller Gold Bruce and Debra Wadman Patron Members Members who choose these levels enjoy additional benefits along with contributing to THELMA’s sustainability and a vibrant community. For more information or to upgrade your membership, contact Christine at 920.921.5410 or christine@thelmaarts.org 13
- 14. The Face ofVolunteers Al Repp (left) became a member of THELMA in 2015 after winning tickets to a THELMA concert on KFIZ. Also in 2015, THELMA was in need of some tile work at our Service and Employee entrance. We asked Al, who owns Repptile, if he would help us. Here he is on a Sunday afternoon fixing our tile. Thank you Al! If you have been to a concert at THELMA, you have met Phil Shepherd (above). He is a regular volunteer who scans Will Call and Advanced Tickets. This is a huge help, alleviating backups at the Front Desk, especially during our sold out shows. Thank you Phil! Will you help us? Administrative (front desk, mass mailing) Art (docents, exhibit installation, take down) Events (usher, setup/teardown, coat check) Facilities (landscape upkeep) Marketing (poster distribution, event assistance) If you have a special skill and would like to help THELMA and your community, contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Christine at 920.921.5410 or christine@thelmaarts.org.
- 15. THELMA Staff THELMA Boardof Directors and Staff President Tom Herre, City of Fond du Lac, retired Vice President Ron Emanuel, The Goldsmith Past President Jim Neumann, RB Royal Treasurer, Katherine Diederich, Schenck SC Secretary, Amy Jarvis, Community Advocate Kevin Miller, Executive Director Jacqui Corsi, Director of Marketing Christine Bischoff, Office Manager, Membership Coordinator Jessica Helmer, Events Coordinator, Bar Manager Brendan Wood-Taylor, Facilities and Events Support Tara Schultz, Visual Arts Support Jeanne Wood, Bookkeeping Consultant Andrew Lang, left for Graduate School in July THELMA Bartending Staff Tammy Chase Ruth Corning Amanda Fife Candice Hayward Cory Hayward Gina Kleiser Dorene Polster Sara Salzman James Simmers Rick Wilson Lauren Wochos Leslie Wochos Ray Atchinson, Mercury Marine Grant Grinstead, Vir-Clar Farms Dan Hintze, National Exchange Bank and Trust Rick Miller, Culver's Restaurants Amy Sadoff, Community Advocate Justin Smith, C.D. Smith Construction Jill Stenson, Agnesian HealthCare Bruce Wadman, Alliance Laundry Systems Richard Wehner, Wehner Law Office Ray Wifler, THELMA Board Emeritus Bill Zierdt, Marian University, retired 15 Executive Board Board of Directors
- 16. J. F. AhernFoundation Fond du Lac Area Foundation Dale & Ruth Michels Family Foundation Mid-States Aluminum Corp. Sadoff Family Foundation Mike Shannon Automotive Foundation, Inc. C.D. Smith Construction, Inc. Society Insurance Charitable Fund Stone Family Foundation Capital Campaign 51 Sheboygan St. Fond du Lac, Wisconsin 920.921.5410 thelmaarts.org Contributing to the betterment of our entire community by providing access to the arts and arts education. “Although the building is named after my mother which the family is deeply honored by, it’s truly named for all the mothers that are out there...all the mothers that made us better, let us grow, taught us stuff. It’s not just about my mother, it’s about all mothers.” - Gary Sadoff Opening Night of THELMA September 10, 2013 Mission Statement Thelma Sadoff