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Support from people like you is what makes RiverRun possible. To present the best new films from around the world each year and provide diverse viewpoints and perspectives, RiverRun relies on a broad community of supporters. Through our membership program you make a contribution that helps us grow, expand our programming and celebrate the human experience through film. And in return for your support, we provide you with exclusive member benefits that enhance your festival experience and connect you to RiverRun year-round. Please consider becoming a member today. RiverRun is a recognized 501(c)3 non-profit and your gift is tax deductible.
If you have questions or would like information about other forms of giving, such as legacy gifts or contributions of stock, please contact Executive Director Rob Davis (rob@riverrunfilm.com) or Development Coordinator 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 2018 RiverRun Film Guide
Includes Basic Membership Benefits
- Full amount is tax deductible
- Your contribution will pay for a rental car to transport filmmakers for a day.
Includes Basic Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Invitation for two (2) to the Festival Preview Reception in March 2018
- Invitation for two (2) to the Member Appreciation cocktail reception during 2018 Festival
- Two (2) ticket vouchers, each redeemable toward tickets to 2018 Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $101 of your donation is tax deductible
- Your contribution will pay for a night’s accommodation for a visiting filmmaker
Includes Basic Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Invitation for two (2) to the Festival Preview Reception in March 2018
- Invitation for two (2) to the Member Appreciation cocktail reception during 2018 Festival
- Four (4) ticket vouchers, redeemable toward tickets to 2018 Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $227 of your donation is tax deductible
- Your contribution will pay for round-trip airfare for a visiting American filmmaker
Includes Basic Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Two (2) Donor Badges which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Two (2) tickets to the 2018 RiverRun Gala
- Invitation for two (2) to the 2018 Festival Preview Reception in March
- Invitation for two (2) to Member Appreciation cocktail reception during 2018 Festival
- Six (6) ticket vouchers, redeemable toward tickets to 2018 Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $478 of your donation is tax deductible
- Your contribution will pay for round-trip airfare for a visiting international filmmaker
In addition to the Basic Membership Benefits, RiverRun members in the Patron Circle ($1,000+) enjoy:
- Access to RiverRun’s 2018 Festival Concierge service to facilitate early ticket selection
- Access to complimentary parking for the Festival in a convenient downtown location
- One (1) UNCSA parking pass, allowing you to bypass the shuttle and park conveniently near the theatre
- One (1) RiverRun VIP Gift Bag, including a 2018 Festival merchandise voucher
- Invitation for two (2) to the Festival Preview Reception in March 2018, the Opening Night VIP Party, the Spark Party and the 2018 Awards Ceremony & Reception
- Your contribution helps pay for hiring of seasonal festival staff.
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 2018 RiverRun Gala
- Invitation for two (2) to the Member Appreciation cocktail reception during 2018 Festival
- Eight (8) ticket vouchers, redeemable toward tickets to 2018 Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $904 of your donation is tax deductible
Includes Basic AND Patron Circle Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Recognition with a named graphic on our 2018 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 2018 RiverRun Gala
- Invitation for two (2) to the Member Appreciation cocktail reception during 2018 Festival
- One (1) RiverRun Ticket Sampler, redeemable for ten (10) regular-priced tickets to 2018 Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $1,380 of your donation is tax deductible
Includes Basic AND Patron Circle Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Recognition with a named graphic on our 2018 Walk of Fame
- Two (2) RiverRun Donor Badges which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Four (4) tickets to the 2018 RiverRun Gala
- Invitation for four (4) to the Member Appreciation cocktail reception during 2018 Festival
- Invitation for two (2) to Down Home Supper
- Invitation for two (2) to private event with Festival filmmakers
- One (1) RiverRun Ticket Sampler plus four (4) additional ticket vouchers, redeemable for fourteen (14) regular-priced tickets to 2018 Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $2,332 of your donation is tax deductible
Includes Basic AND Patron Circle Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Recognition with a named graphic on our 2018 Walk of Fame
- Two (2) VIP Donor Credentials for admission to all 2018 Festival films, panels, VIP cocktails and public parties
- Ability to purchase up to two (2) additional VIP Donor Credentials for $750 each
- Two (2) Donor Credentials which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Four (4) tickets to the 2018 RiverRun Gala
- Invitation for four (4) to Member Appreciation cocktail reception during 2018 Festival
- Private pre-Festival consultation with a RiverRun programmer
- Private tour of UNCSA Archives, for up to four (4) people
- Two (2) additional invites (for a total of four) to the 2018 Festival Preview Reception and the Spark Party
- Invitation for four (4) to Down Home Supper and the 2018 Awards Ceremony & Reception
- Invitation for four (4) to private event with Festival filmmakers
- One (1) RiverRun Ticket Sampler plus four (4) additional ticket vouchers, redeemable for fourteen (14) regular-priced tickets to 2018 Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $4,832 of your donation is tax deductible
- Recognition with a named graphic on our 2018 Walk of Fame
- Two (2) VIP Donor Credentials for admission to all 2018 Festival films, panels, VIP cocktails and public parties
- Ability to purchase up to two (2) additional VIP Donor Credentials for $750 each
- Two (2) Donor Credentials which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Four (4) tickets to the 2018 RiverRun Gala
- Invitation for four (4) to Member Appreciation cocktail reception during 2018 Festival
- Private pre-Festival consultation with a RiverRun programmer
- Private tour of UNCSA Archives, for up to four (4) people
- Two (2) additional invites (for a total of four) to the 2018 Festival Preview Reception and the Spark Party
- Invitation for four (4) to Down Home Supper and the 2018 Awards Ceremony & Reception
- Invitation for four (4) to private event with Festival filmmakers
- One (1) RiverRun Ticket Sampler plus four (4) additional ticket vouchers, redeemable for fourteen (14) regular-priced tickets to 2018 Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $4,832 of your donation is tax deductible
Includes Basic AND Patron Circle Membership Benefits, PLUS:
- Recognition with a named graphic on our 2018 Walk of Fame
- Four (4) VIP Donor Credentials for admission to all 2018 Festival films, panels, VIP cocktails and public parties
- Ability to purchase up to two (2) additional VIP Donor Credentials for $750 each
- Four (4) Donor Credentials which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Eight (8) tickets to the 2018 RiverRun Gala
- Invitation for eight (8) to Member Appreciation cocktail reception during 2018 Festival
- Private pre-Festival consultation with a RiverRun programmer
- Private tour of UNCSA Archives, for up to four (4) people
- Two (2) additional invites (for a total of four) to the 2018 Festival Preview Reception in March 2018, the Opening Night VIP Party and the Spark Party
- Invitation for four (4) to Down Home Supper and the 2018 Awards Ceremony & Reception
- Invitation for four (4) to private event with Festival filmmakers
- One (1) RiverRun Ticket Sampler plus six (6) additional ticket vouchers, redeemable for sixteen (16) regular-priced tickets to 2018 Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $9,808 of your donation is tax deductible
- Recognition with a named graphic on our 2018 Walk of Fame
- Four (4) VIP Donor Credentials for admission to all 2018 Festival films, panels, VIP cocktails and public parties
- Ability to purchase up to two (2) additional VIP Donor Credentials for $750 each
- Four (4) Donor Credentials which provide admission to RiverRun VIP cocktail receptions
- Eight (8) tickets to the 2018 RiverRun Gala
- Invitation for eight (8) to Member Appreciation cocktail reception during 2018 Festival
- Private pre-Festival consultation with a RiverRun programmer
- Private tour of UNCSA Archives, for up to four (4) people
- Two (2) additional invites (for a total of four) to the 2018 Festival Preview Reception in March 2018, the Opening Night VIP Party and the Spark Party
- Invitation for four (4) to Down Home Supper and the 2018 Awards Ceremony & Reception
- Invitation for four (4) to private event with Festival filmmakers
- One (1) RiverRun Ticket Sampler plus six (6) additional ticket vouchers, redeemable for sixteen (16) regular-priced tickets to 2018 Festival films, parties and events (restrictions apply)
- $9,808 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 2018 RiverRun Film Guide
- 2018 Festival T-shirt
- Free ticket to a 2018 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 2018 RiverRun Film Guide
- 2018 Festival T-shirt
- Free ticket to a 2018 NC Shorts program
- $0 of your donation is tax deductible