When you choose to become a member of the William & Florence Schmidt Art Center, you become part of an extraordinary group of visual art supporters. No matter your contribution, you help to maintain the programs that make The Schmidt the successful community and college resource that it is.

Members support the 6-12th grade arts education programs, art acquisition funds for the teaching permanent collection, quality exhibition development, and special arts and cultural events. Plus, you choose where you would like your membership funds to go.

Membership Levels

Student – $15

• Quarterly Newsletter
• 10% off Programming

(Must present any valid student ID)

Family and Friends – $50

• Quarterly Newsletter
• 10% off Programming

Artist – $100

• Quarterly Newsletter
• 10% off Programming
• VIP Exhibition Previews and Artist Meet & Greet Invitations

Collector – $200

• Quarterly Newsletter
• 10% off Programming
• VIP Exhibition Previews and Artist Meet & Greet Invitations

Friends of the Arts – $1,000

• Quarterly Newsletter
• 20% off Programming
• VIP Exhibit Preview & Meet & Greet
• Mention in the Quarterly Schmidt Art newsletter for a year.
• Two invitations to the Thanks for Giving donor event.
• Recognition on Blue Storm Radio.
• Logo/name recognition on SWIC DMS screens.

Corporate Memberships – $2,000

• Quarterly Newsletter
• 20% off Programming
• VIP Exhibit Preview & Meet & Greet
• Mention in the Quarterly Schmidt Art newsletter for a year.
• Four invitations to the Thanks for Giving donor event.
• Recognition on Blue Storm Radio.
• Logo/name recognition on SWIC DMS screens.

Donate

For memberships above $1000, please consider donating at an annual fund level and support our growing programs. Or, feel free to donate at any amount with which you feel comfortable.

Sponsorships

Sponsorships allow you or your company to showcase authentic support for the William and Florence Schmidt Art Center, Southwest Illinois College, and our regional art community. For more information on sponsoring exhibitions, programming, or facilities please contact Paula Haniszewski at paula.haniszewski@swic.edu.