Got questions? We’ve got answers! Shoot us an email if we haven’t addressed yours. 

WHAT IS THE SUGGESTED DONATION?
Our suggested donation is $10-20. We invite visitors to contribute an amount that feels joyful and meaningful given their resources and circumstance. We welcome donations in any amount. No one turned away!

WHY ARE YOU ASKING FOR DONATIONS?
It costs real money to plan and host an event for 28,000+ people! And we need donations from all of our stakeholders to do it – and that includes you! While we get some funding and in-kind contributions from grants and sponsors, a whopping 60% of our money comes in the way of small gifts from many individuals. In 2020 we instituted a new on-ice fundraising plan, and raised over $60,000 at the gate. This was a critical success that ensured we could return for another program in 2022 (where we topped that at $70,000). This year we’re once again asking for a donation to support this unique outdoor winter art experience to ensure its future. Our budget supports artist & performer stipends, staff pay, permits, insurance, and festival infrastructure.

HOW DO I DONATE?
Easy! There are multiple ways you can give:

Become a member! Go to https://artshantyprojects.org/membership/ or sign up in the Welcome Shanty. 

OR

Pop some cash into a bucket at the entrance gate (watch for the red arch with fluttering yellow flags). 

OR

Use a credit card or ApplePay at the Welcome Shanty. it’s just inside the entrance gate.

IF I PLAN TO VISIT ART SHANTY PROJECTS ON MORE THAN ONE DAY, AM I EXPECTED TO DOATE EACH TIME?
No, we only ask that you donate once during the festival. All who become members will receive a button and all who enter can put on a ski tag. Proudly wear your button and/or ski tag every day you return, and we will know you’re a returning visitor!

WHAT IF I CAN’T DONATE
No problem. No one is required to pay, and no one will be turned away! The radical generosity of many makes this event available to all who wish to venture out.

HOW ELSE CAN I SUPPORT ART SHANTY PROJECTS?
There are many ways to support, including volunteering, making a business contributions or offering another in-kind donation. Check out the volunteer and business donor pages of our website for details, or come talk to us in the welcome shanty!

IS MY DONATION TAX DEDUCTIBLE?
While we cannot offer tax advice, your donation is tax deductible — Art Shanty Projects is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Also, many employers offer matching gifts for employee contributions – check with your company to see if they have a matching gift program!