Majestic’s Dollar for Dollar Match Challenge a Success

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CHILLICOTHE, OH – The Majestic Theatre would like to announce the successful completion of its “Dollar for Dollar Match Challenge” that began in June. A donor approached the Majestic Theatre with the challenge of matching each dollar raised, up to $7,500, to help the theatre recover from the COVID-19 shutdown.

Board member Gene Betts tells Litter Media the challenge raised just over $15,000 for the Majestic, which hasn’t had a production since March due to the pandemic and restrictions on theaters.

The proceeds generated through this donation challenge provides the Majestic Theatre the necessary funds to continue the basic operations of the facility as it continues to work towards reopening for performances. When the shutdown occurred, the Majestic Theatre’s revenue stream came to halt. As a non-profit organization, it heavily relies on ticket sales, along with the rental of the theatre, courtyard, and parking lot to sustain basic operations. While grant funding helps achieve renovation and restoration goals to the historic landmark.

Upon the completion of this donation challenge, the Majestic Theatre Board of Directors would like to thank the donor, who has requested to remain anonymous, along with the many individuals that contributed to help achieve this goal. The support, generosity, and understanding from the community during these challenging times have been profound and greatly appreciated by the entire board.