Statera Foundation

“Expenses license & permits 44 office supplies 279 merchant fees 1,095 web tech 2,272 1099 contractor payouts 88,100 contractor reimbursements 666 team building meetings 179 awards 4,388 total 97,023”

“To serve women in the theatre by expanding employment options, improving salary, and removing barriers to growth and achievement through mentorship, internship, research, outreach, support, and networking to empower them to reach their full potential by bridging the gap between passion, preparation, and opportunity. Research: to conduct research pertaining to women's roles in the theatre world including, but not limited to, issues such as salary gap, opportunity for management and leadership positions, availability of jobs, and other obstacles faced by women in the industry, and to use said research to improve the discourse concerning the issues faced by women in the theatre. Opportunity: to provide program templates, grant support, and other means of assistance, as determined by the statera foundation board of directors, for the creation of apprenticeships, internships, and other positions for women in the theatre. Networking: to create opportunities for women in the theatre to increase their professional circles of peers, mentors, and potential employers through participation in or the creation of programs including, but not limited to, conferences, various professional training workshops, social gatherings, and social media. Support: to support women in the theatre on a personal level as they build professional careers, by providing inspiration, insights, and encouragement toward creating work/life balance.”

“Statera has conducted an active mentorship program for women in theater, which is now nationwide. Chapters of the organization have been established to provide regional access to services, resources and mentorships. To date the mentorship program has matched over 800 women in 19 chapter cities. A free resource directory for women artists has also been launched. Statera has also given 2 awards for the martha richards visionary women in leadership. This last year they were able to have various online communities to help community building.”