2026 ANNUAL FUND

Nearly 25% of Gorton Center’s costs are funded by charitable gifts, and the impact of this generosity comes to life in every area of programming – from the Children’s Learning Center and Gorton Drama Studio to films, live music, enriching classes, and community gathering spaces! Thanks to our donors, Gorton has flourished into a vibrant hub for community, arts & culture.

We hope you will join us again in 2026 to collectively raise $635,000 for Gorton’s Annual Fund! Together, we can create a more connected and enriched community.

Annual Fund Thermometer showing 22% percent of gial rasied as of 04/01/2026

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As a community-supported 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, Gorton relies on donors like you to help us serve as an active and vital center for arts, entertainment and learning – providing enrichment and connection across the community. Gifts to Gorton allow us to expand the experiences we offer and care for our historic building while keeping ticket and class pricing accessible. Please consider making a donation today.

For more information on giving to Gorton, please reach out to our Development team:
Laura Demmer, Director of Development, 847.810.4108, laura@gortoncenter.org
Ann Kiesling, Manager of Donor Engagement, 847.810.4119, annk@gortoncenter.org
Gorton Center’s EIN ID is 20-0484607.

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Gathering together to experience live performances, learn something new, or enjoy on-screen offerings is the heart and soul of what we do here at Gorton Center.

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In recognition of and gratitude for all of our supporters for these generous gifts to Gorton Center’s Annual Fund.

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WHAT'S NEW
SING AT GORTON invites community to connect through music
May 2026

SING AT GORTON invites community to connect through music

Gorton Center is introducing Sing at Gorton, a new free community series designed to bring people together in a simple, joyful way – by singing.

THE BEST SUMMER YET STARTS SCREEN FREE
May 2026

THE BEST SUMMER YET STARTS SCREEN FREE

Families can also make screen-free time feel more natural by creating simple summer traditions

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