INVESTING IN THE ARTS
Joining the Doña Ana Arts Council helps us create a community where the arts thrive.
Select a membership or donation level below for your annual investment. All contributions, no matter what size, are greatly appreciated and are tax deductible.
Thank you for your support of the Arts Council. Located in the Mesilla Valley, part of the greater Las Cruces area.
BECOME A MEMBER
Artist Membership
Photo by Will Keener of Karen Conley
Working artists, galleries, museums, arts organizations and arts-related businesses are at the core of our Arts Community. Benefits: artists and supporting arts organizations annually contributing at this level (and above) qualify for an enhanced listing in the DAAC on-line Arts Directory.
DONATION RANGE: $35 - $50
Arenas Blancas Level
White Sands, photograph by Emmitt Booher
The same way that the many grains of gypsum make White Sands National Park a place of significance, the many investments at this level make Doña Ana Arts Council a substantial force in the arts.
DONATION RANGE: $51 - $100
Heart for Art Level
Cactus Heart by Michelle Augustyniak
Hearts are in the right place when investing in the power the arts have in our community pride and in our creative economy. Just as our hearts pump sustenance to all parts of our bodies, these investments have the power to sustain what the arts do to nourish our community. Benefits:* 1) At this level and above, members may take a 20% discount on select classes and workshops; 2) members may sign up for all on-line Feed Your Mind art history series at no charge; 3) Artists, arts organizations and arts-related businesses receive the flexibility to change their Arts Directory listing four times per year to announce events or add new images.
DONATION RANGE: $101 - $500
Acequia Madre Level
Photo by Gregory Z. Smith
An ancient water channel still brings essential water to parts of our region. It is called the Acequia Madre because it is the mother of irrigation for us. Like water for the arts, investments help us cultivate important growth and survival. As a way of saying Thank You, Acequia Madre members receive a gift certificate for Dinner for Two at La Posta ($30 value**)
DONATION RANGE: $501 - $1,000
Continental Divide Level
Mission at Sunset by Laurel Weathersbee
Gravity pulls water toward the Atlantic Ocean or the Pacific Ocean depending on which side of the Continental Divide precipitation falls. Situated where we are, investments become like rivers contributing to a water cycle that makes great things possible. To show our appreciation for your support, Continental Divide members will receive two VIP Package tickets for the Las Cruces International Mariachi Conference ($60 value**).
DONATION RANGE: $1,001 - $5,000
Monumental Level
Photo by Gregory Z. Smith
In addition to part of a National Park, we have two National Monuments in Doña Ana County, and their contributions to our visibility and community pride are significant. So, also, can investments in the Doña Ana Arts Council result in raised visibility and pride. In gratitude, Monumental Level members will receive two Season Tickets to the Las Cruces Community Theatre ($184 value**)
DONATION RANGE: $5,001 - $10,000
Astronautical Level
Moon in the Wind by Daphne Wirthlin
There are a growing number of astronauts, but the total number is still small. However, through their contributions, sic itur ad astra, or thus, we reach the stars. To show our gratitude to those who so generously contribute at this level, Astronautical Circle Members will receive two Season Tickets to the Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra ($500 value**).
DONATION RANGE: $10,000+
MAKE A DONATION
Please click in the white box and enter your donation amount as a number (no $ sign), then click DONATE. Thank you!
MEMBER BENEFITS
Artist and Arenas Blancas level members receive a larger area for their listing in the Arts Directory. The larger area will accommodate two images and up to 1,000 words of text.
The following Member Benefits are available at the Heart for Art level ($101 +) and above: 1) 20% discount on select classes and workshops; 2) all online Feed Your Mind art history series at no charge (registration on DAAC website required, code will be given to waive fee); 3) artists, arts organizations and arts-related businesses may change their Arts Directory listing up to four times per fiscal year (July – June).
Values and availability of gifts may change. Any gift may be traded for a corresponding discount on purchase of a piece of art showing in the DAAC Arts & Cultural Center Gallery.
Please note: At each level, an investor (individual, couple, family, or entity) receives benefits or one-time gift either when that level is reached (accumulated investments over time) or when a single investment is made that matches that level.
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?
Put your time to great use with many opportunities at the Doña Ana Arts Council, including the Renaissance ArtsFaire, the Las Cruces Arts Fair, the Arts & Cultural Center or various children’s art programs.
WHY DO THE ARTS MATTER?
Ever wonder what members of the Dona Ana Arts Council think about art? While not all of us are artists (although we can boast that many of us are), we all share a steadfast appreciation and understanding that the arts are essential to developing our local community and culture. Art connects us, inspires us, and gives our children better tools to learn and change the world around us.
Art makes me feel alive. It connects me to the past, present and future.
Kris Karsteadt
I have always been interested in Arts. Especially drawings from pencil, ink, charcoal and paints. Since a young age I would always sketch or draw to release any tension I had.
Esther Hernandez
Art is a language that helps us to communicate.
Karen
They are an extension of me.
Karen
Without art humans would turn into barbarians. Observing art lifts our souls and inspires us to strive for the highest state of being. Creating art exposes our thoughts and connects us to the rest of earth's in habitants.
Margaret
expression, communication of feelings, ideas,, and perceptions.. enjoyment
steve gottsche
The Arts add to a life well led
Richard Doyle
They help process and navigate life.
Kevin Dwight Richardson
The arts enliven the soul and enrich our lives.