This coming year, we are asking you to help us increase memberships and donations to continue to fund the great shows and events you can only find through DiverseArts. Joining is quick and easy, and it will help us throughout the year by providing funds for DiverseArts' mission in Austin (as well as keeping a roof over our heads). Anything you can give helps.  

Listed below are our membership categories which can also be found through links on our website, www.diversearts.org. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at info@diversearts.org.

Friends of DiverseArts - General Membership

 Every donations counts.

By becoming a Friend of DiverseArts,  your donations and valued support will contribute sustaining DiverseArts daily operations and monthly music and art programming. It is through your pledges that we will be able to produce more live-music events at our East 11th  outdoor venue, Kenny Dorham's Backyard and more art exhibitions at our East 5th location, New East Arts Gallery. But more over, you are keeping alive  our history and cultural documentary work in the Blues Family Tree Project.
There are several ways, in which you can become a member and help donate to our cause:

$25 - AFFILIATE  Membership includes:
Membership card
Acknowledgement of membership on website
Subscription to DiverseArts newsletter
Two free music event passes
10% discount off items at the New East Art Gallery

$50 - ASSOCIATE Membership includes:
Membership card
Acknowledgement of membership on website
Subscription to DiverseArts newsletter
Two free passes to gallery special events and receptions
Two pair of free music event passes (Bring a friend!)
10% discount off items at the New East Art Gallery
Subscription to DiverseArts Special Edition Newsletter (Quarterly)

$100 - DIRECTOR Membership includes:
Membership card
Acknowledgement of membership on website
Subscription to DiverseArts Newsletter
Four free passes to gallery special events and receptions
Four pair of  free music event passes (Bring a friend!)
15% discount off items at the New East Art Gallery
Subscription to DiverseArts Special Edition Newsletter (Quarterly)

$200 - SUSTAINING/LEGACY Membership includes:
One full access season pass with membership card
Acknowledgement of membership on website
Subscription to DiverseArts newsletter
Four free passes to gallery special events and receptions
15% discount off items at the New East Art Gallery
Subscription to DiverseArts Special Edition Newsletter (Quarterly)

Program Underwriters Circle (IUC) $250 - $500+

By becoming a member of the Program Underwriter’s Circle, your valued donation will also help us to continue to provide a unique cultural, educational, and artistic experience within the Austin community.  As the leading provider of cultural entertainment and historical documentation in the East End Cultural Heritage District, we strive to maintain East Austin’s African American legacy and cultural identity for Austin and future generations. Your contribution allows us to produce events such as JazzOUTside, Austin Blues Master Series, Facing East: 48 Hours in the Life of East Austin, and other quality programming that capture the heart and spirit of East Austin.
As an Program Underwriters Circle member, you will receive recognition on our main website, invitation to VIP gallery receptions, and four season passes to music events in addition to the perks offered to general members.
Once registered, your new membership and access to benefits starts immediately. Membership cards will be mailed and the details of your membership such as renewal dates and your membership number will be listed on the card. Feel free to contact us at info2@diversarts.org, if you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns.

Business Underwriters Circle (BUC) - $500 - $1000

By becoming a member of the Business Underwriters Circle (BUC) , your company's valued donation will help us to continue to provide a unique cultural, educational, and artistic experience within the Austin community.  As the leading provider of cultural entertainment and historical documentation in the East End Cultural Heritage District, we strive to maintain East Austin’s African American legacy and cultural identity for Austin and future generations. Your contribution allows us to produce events such as JazzOUTside, Austin Blues Master Series, Facing East: 48 Hours in the Life of East Austin, and other quality programming that capture the heart and spirit of East Austin.
Membership in the Business Underwriters Circle will also guarantee access to a diverse community of historians, educators, students, music, art, and entertainment industry professionals, and culture/art/music enthusiasts from around the world. DiverseArts’ social media influence is widespread and is reflected in its sustained (and growing) internet following which includes:

1,494 visitors each month
27,603 website pages views per month.
4,500 Entertainment newsletter subscribers
4,000 Facebook fans, 348 Twitter followers,
87 Pinterest followers, 219 MySpace followers

Besides the inherent benefits of being a BUC member, we will also provide additional perks as thanks for your assistance. Benefits include banner advertisement of your company on our main website and Facebook page, invitations to “Circle Only” receptions and events, and eight season passes to our music events in addition to the perks offered to general members.
Once registered, your new membership card will be sent by mail, and your benefits will start immediately. The details of your membership, such as renewal dates and your membership number, will be listed on the card. Feel free to contact us at info2@diversarts.org, if you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns.