Individual Donations and Support
Artistic excellence, accessibility, and audience engagement are at the heart of Appalachian Arts. Because we are committed to keeping ticket prices affordable, revenues from ticket sales cover only a portion of our annual costs. Individual gifts from supporters like you help close the gap, ensuring that we can continue presenting outstanding performances and keep the arts vibrant and accessible in the High Country.
Donor levels and benefits
Your gift makes possible:
- Affordable ticket prices and free community events for audiences of all ages
- Inspiring programming that emphasizes education, enrichment, and cultural exploration
- Hands-on learning opportunities for students with professional artists
- Artistic excellence showcasing both renowned performers and rising talent
- Events that spark conversation, build communities, and strengthen community
$1 - $149 (Supporter)
- Name listed on the Appalachian Arts website
$150 - $599 (Advocate)
- All Supporter benefits
- One complimentary popcorn, per event
$600 - $1,199 (Steward)
- All Advocate benefits
- Invitation to a donor appreciation event
$1,200 - $4,999 (Trailblazer)
- All Steward benefits
- Complimentary beverage card
- Behind-the-scenes tour, upon request
$5,000 - $9,999 (Innovator)
- All Trailblazer benefits
- Two (2) tickets to up to four (4) Appalachian Arts performances
- Invitation to an artist Meet-and-Greet
$10,000+ (Luminary)
- All Innovator benefits
- Underwriting privilege and recognition for one (1) select performance
- Parking privileges in Schaefer Center lot
*Benefits will be available on the last day of the month following receipt of your gift.
**Ticket benefits apply to Appalachian Arts performances only.
***Your contribution is tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
View pdf of our benefits chart
For more information
Contact Lacy Holder, Leadership Annual Gifts Officer | 828.262.7791 | holderll@appstate.edu
Thank you to our generous 2025/2026 supporters!
Appalachian Arts deeply appreciates the support of its contributors. This list reflects contributions and pledges made to Appalachian Arts from August 1, 2025-May 31, 2026. Please note that this list does not include gifts to other areas within Appalachian State University.