Fundraising
The State Theatre Foundation, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non profit corporation. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. The Foundation's fundraising committee is actively soliciting donations from individuals and businesses. Our current goal is to raise seven milion dollars for our capital campaign. We are currently one third of the way towards our goal with over 2 million dollars pledged.
We would like to add more members to our committee to expand our network. for our larger donors we are able to take pledges over a two to five year period. Contributions can include stocks, bonds or real estate. As we progress with our construction, we can also receive in kind donations such as building materials, labor or technical expertise.
By the Fall of 2007, our fundraising efforts will include the sale of bricks and stars in our sidewalks and entry way to the Theatre and theatre seats. All of these will include naming opportunities.
For larger naming opportunities, please see the availability of various spaces and parts of the Theatre.
Naming Opportunities
$1,000,000
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Auditorium The original Art Deco vaudeville movie house renovated into a 500 seat Auditorium. The centerpiece of the restoration of the State Theatre. |
Main Lobby The gathering area for all patrons of the theatre. A very prominent opportunity to show your support. |
Community / Rehearsal Room Essential to the public as a meeting place and critical for performers as well, this versatile room will be part of the prominent fly tower. |
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$500,000
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Garden Terraces Two delightful open-air verandas with views of the Blue Ridge, overlooking Main Street. |
Stage This focal point of the theatre is a vital part of all film and live performance productions. |
$250,000
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Entrance Lobby Known to many generations of Culpeperites, this central lobby will be restored to its original significance.
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Patron’s Lounge This distinguished lounge will be host to many gatherings, before and after theatre performances. Situated between the Garden Terraces and the Balcony. |
$100,000
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Sound System State of the art system to enhance the acoustics of the auditorium. A contribution heard by all. |
Box Office The activity center for all ticket sales prior to any program. Home to the theatres administrative offices and museum displays. |
Projection System Technology that will be State of the art to view a variety of film formats. A critical component to movie magic. |
Stage Lighting System A dazzling array of state of the art lighting significant to any live performance. |
$50,000
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Ticket Booth (2) A significant part of the theatre’s function in the process of sales and distribution of tickets. |
Women’s Lounge Updated facilities, a fundamental aspect of The State Theatres restoration. |
Men’s Lounge Updated facilities, a fundamental aspect of The State Theatres restoration. |
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$25,000
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Box Office Windows The primary contact for most patrons of The State Theatre. Located in an Historically significant part of the Theatre’s original entrance. |
Star Dressing Rooms (2) Some of our illustrious performers will call this home during their stay at the State Theatre. |
Green Room A key component to any theatre. A lounge for entertainers to relax in and to meet and greet guest. |
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$10,000
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Chorus Dressing Room (2) A flexible dressing space to be used by performers of larger touring companies. |
Coat Check (2) An lively area at the start of any performance. |
$5,000 |
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Wall of Honor A visible reminder of your commitment to the State Theatre. |
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$1,000 |
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Walk of Stars Put your name in the State Theatre Walk of Stars. Have your name etched into a star to be placed in the sidewalk in the front of the theatre. |
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Naming Opportunities are subject to final design by the architects.
*Amount varies by location
