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The success of the festival depends largely on the support of our donors. RiverRun makes a significant investment to present the finest new films that provide different perspectives, engage our imaginations, and lift the human spirit. By becoming a member, you play a crucial role in this creative process by allowing us to continue to expand our programming and present the adventurous cinema that has become synonymous with RiverRun. In appreciation for your support, a RiverRun membership offers a wide array of exclusive benefits for film fans.
RiverRun is a recognized 501(c)3 non-profit and your gift is tax deductible.
If you have questions or would like information about planned gifts or contributions of stock, please email Executive Director, Rob Davis (rob@riverrunfilm.com) or Development Manager, Tiffany Jones (tiffany@riverrunfilm.com), or call 336-724-1502.
RiverRun members at ALL levels enjoy:
- Opportunity to buy RiverRun tickets before they go on sale to the general public
- Special offers at partnering businesses throughout the year
- Discounts on RiverRun merchandise
- Recognition in the RiverRun Film Guide

Includes Basic Membership Benefits
- Full amount is tax deductible

Includes Basic Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Invitation for two (2) to the Festival Preview Reception
- Invitation for two (2) to the Member Appreciation cocktail reception
- Two (2) ticket vouchers, each redeemable toward tickets to Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $101 of your donation is tax deductible

Includes Basic Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Invitation for two (2) to the Festival Preview Reception
- Invitation for two (2) to the Member Appreciation cocktail reception
- Four (4) ticket vouchers, redeemable toward tickets to Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $227 of your donation is tax deductible

Includes Basic Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Two (2) Donor Badges which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Two (2) tickets to the RiverRun Gala
- Invitation for two (2) to the Festival Preview Reception in March
- Six (6) ticket vouchers, redeemable toward tickets to Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $478 of your donation is tax deductible
In addition to the Basic Membership Benefits, RiverRun members in the Patron Circle ($1,000+) enjoy:
- Access to RiverRun’s Festival Concierge service to facilitate early ticket selection
- Access to complimentary parking for the Festival in a convenient downtown location
- A UNCSA parking pass, allowing you to bypass the shuttle and park conveniently near the theatre
- One (1) RiverRun VIP Gift Bag
- Invitation for two (2) to the Festival Preview Reception, the Opening Night VIP Party, the Spotlight Party and the Awards Ceremony & Reception

Includes Basic AND Patron Circle Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Two (2) RiverRun Donor Badges which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Two (2) tickets to the RiverRun Gala
- Twelve (12) ticket vouchers, redeemable toward tickets to Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $856 of your donation is tax deductible

Includes Basic AND Patron Circle Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Recognition with a named graphic on our Walk of Fame
- Complimentary subscription to Film Comment magazine
- Two (2) RiverRun Donor Badges which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Two (2) tickets to the RiverRun Gala
- Sixteen (16) ticket vouchers, redeemable toward tickets to Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $1,308 of your donation is tax deductible

Includes Basic AND Patron Circle Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Recognition with a named graphic on our Walk of Fame
- Two (2) RiverRun Donor Badges which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Four (4) tickets to the RiverRun Gala
- Invitation for two (2) to Dinner And A Movie (formerly Down Home Supper)
- Invitation for two (2) to private event with filmmakers
- Twenty (20) ticket vouchers redeemable toward tickets
- $2,260 of your donation is tax deductible

Includes Basic AND Patron Circle Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Recognition with a named graphic on our Walk of Fame
- Two (2) VIP Donor Credentials for admission to all Festival films, panels, VIP cocktails and public parties
- Two (2) Donor Credentials which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Four (4) tickets to the RiverRun Gala
- Private pre-Festival consultation with a RiverRun programmer
- Private tour of UNCSA Archives, for up to four (4) people
- Invitation for four (4) to the Festival Preview Reception and the Spotlight Party
- Invitation for four (4) to Dinner And A Movie (formerly Down Home Supper) and the Awards Ceremony & Reception
- Invitation for four (4) to private event with Festival filmmakers
- Twenty (20) ticket vouchers redeemable toward tickets to Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $4,760 of your donation is tax deductible
- Recognition with a named graphic on our Walk of Fame
- Two (2) VIP Donor Credentials for admission to all Festival films, panels, VIP cocktails and public parties
- Two (2) Donor Credentials which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Four (4) tickets to the RiverRun Gala
- Private pre-Festival consultation with a RiverRun programmer
- Private tour of UNCSA Archives, for up to four (4) people
- Invitation for four (4) to the Festival Preview Reception and the Spotlight Party
- Invitation for four (4) to Dinner And A Movie (formerly Down Home Supper) and the Awards Ceremony & Reception
- Invitation for four (4) to private event with Festival filmmakers
- Twenty (20) ticket vouchers redeemable toward tickets to Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $4,760 of your donation is tax deductible

Includes Basic AND Patron Circle Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Recognition with a named graphic on our Walk of Fame
- Four (4) VIP Donor Credentials for admission to all Festival films, panels, VIP cocktails and public parties
- Four (4) Donor Credentials which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Eight (8) tickets to the RiverRun Gala
- Private pre-Festival consultation with a RiverRun programmer
- Private tour of UNCSA Archives, for up to four (4) people
- Invitation for Six (6) to the Festival Preview Reception, the Oening Night VIP Party and the Spotlight Party
- Invitation for four (4) to Dinner And A Movie (formerly Down Home Supper) and the Awards Ceremony & Reception
- Invitation for four (4) to private event with Festival filmmakers
- Thirty (30) ticket vouchers redeemable for tickets to Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $9,640 of your donation is tax deductible
- Recognition with a named graphic on our Walk of Fame
- Four (4) VIP Donor Credentials for admission to all Festival films, panels, VIP cocktails and public parties
- Four (4) Donor Credentials which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Eight (8) tickets to the RiverRun Gala
- Private pre-Festival consultation with a RiverRun programmer
- Private tour of UNCSA Archives, for up to four (4) people
- Invitation for Six (6) to the Festival Preview Reception, the Opening Night VIP Party and the Spotlight Party
- Invitation for four (4) to Dinner And A Movie (formerly Down Home Supper) and the Awards Ceremony & Reception
- Invitation for four (4) to private event with Festival filmmakers
- Thirty (30) ticket vouchers redeemable for tickets to Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $9,640 of your donation is tax deductible

Donate an amount not listed above

Must show valid student ID before receiving benefits
- Opportunity to buy RiverRun tickets before they go on sale to the greater public
- Discounts on RiverRun merchandise
- Recognition in the 2019 RiverRun Film Guide
- 2019 Festival T-shirt
- Free ticket to a 2019 NC Shorts program
- $0 of your donation is tax deductible
Must show valid student ID before receiving benefits
- Opportunity to buy RiverRun tickets before they go on sale to the greater public
- Discounts on RiverRun merchandise
- Recognition in the RiverRun Film Guide
- Festival T-shirt
- Free ticket to NC Shorts program
- $0 of your donation is tax deductible