The Overture Center has less than $1 million left to reach its $30 million Overture Forever Campaign goal, and National Guardian Life Insurance Company and SupraNet Communications, Inc. will help with a $200,000 match challenge.
Monetary gifts made by Dec. 31 will be matched by both Madison businesses up to $200,000.
“National Guardian Life is proud to support Overture Center and help bring the Overture Forever Campaign across the finish line,” Joe Celentano, CEO of National Guardian Life Insurance Company and member of Overture’s board of directors, said in a statement. “The performing arts play such an essential role in enriching our community and connecting people through shared experiences. We’re thrilled to be part of ensuring Overture’s impact continues for generations to come.”
SupraNet Communications has been an Overture partner since 2009 and upgraded Overture’s Wi-Fi network last year.
The Overture launched its campaign 15 months ago after receiving a $10 million gift from the W. Jerome Frautschi Foundation.
Upgrades funded so far include high-efficiency boilers, chillers for water savings, lighting systems, roof repairs and more.
In July 2024, Jerry Frautschi said, “When I made my gift for the development of Overture Center, my vision was to create a world-class arts destination that would become the cultural hub of Madison. Its success has exceeded even my most ambitious hopes and expectations.”
