Patron Program
Des Moines Arts Festival is a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to impact lives through the arts.
Your donated dollars will go directly to support the free-to-attend Festival with access for everyone to a prestigious juried art fair, free interactive arts activities, concerts from national touring musicians, performing arts showcasing theatre and dance, literary arts programs with nationally known authors, an award-winning film festival, a student art exhibition for young artists to share their work, and so much more!
A contribution to the Des Moines Arts Festival shows that you value Iowa's arts and culture and ensures this celebrated organization continues to enrich the quality of life in Central Iowa.
Individuals and companies who purchase a Patron Package have access to the beautiful and exclusive Silent Rivers VIP Club throughout the Festival weekend. A portion of your Patron Package contribution is tax-deductible, and a charitable acknowledgment letter will be mailed for your records.
Individuals and companies can also make a 100% tax deductible donation to support the award-winning Des Moines Arts Festival. Donations can be made online HERE or by mailing a donation to PO Box 1434, Des Moines, IA 50305.
Silent Rivers
VIP Club
Individuals who purchase a Festival Patron Package celebrate the arts in style during the Des Moines Arts Festival with access to the SILENT RIVERS VIP CLUB. The Silent Rivers VIP Club requires a ticket for entry for all individuals age 10 and older.
Tastefully designed and decorated by Silent Rivers Design + Build, the space includes great views of the festival's Main Stage and incredible networking at one of Iowa's most celebrated event.
VIP Benefits
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​Terrace seating
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High-value networking
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Air-conditioned bathroom facilities
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Package hold
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Private bar
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Lite culinary fare each day of the Festival
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Complimentary and discounted beverages
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Exclusive programming including meet and greets with exhibiting artists​
Friend Package
$110
Friend+1 Package
$210
Curator Package
$575
Patron of the Arts Package
$1,700
Executive Circle Package
$2,750
DONATE
When you donate to Des Moines Arts Festival, you will be preserving the landmark award-winning Des Moines Arts Festival and supporting the creative economy. Des Moines Arts Festival is a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to impact lives through the arts. Donations do not include access to the Silent Rivers VIP Club.
Learn more about the programs and initiatives your contribution supports with Kristi Knous, President of the Community Foundation Greater Des Moines, and festival Executive Director, Stephen King.
Special Thanks to Our 2025 Patrons
Executive Circle
​Kristi and William Burma · Brian Laurenzo Brick Gentry Law Firm · San Wong
Patron of the Arts
Rachel and Tom Formaro · ​Kate Garst · Scott and Keaton Pulver · Shoab Sayeed · Susan and Carl Voss
Curator
Abby Kennedy · Chad and Emily Stevens · Dave and Kelly Donato · Greg and Sharon Chlebicki · James and Pam Moos · Julie and David Eberbach · Kevin and Kim Broders · ​Martin A. Matkovich · Mary Chapman · MIX Creative Community · Natalie Tomaras · Keith Snow · Patty & Doug Dornacker · Ron and Jill Maahs · Scott Valbert & John Carstensen · Susan Patterson Plank · Stephanie Morgan · Tim and Mary Wolf · Tom Whitney · Tracy and Craig Branch · West End Salvage · Whitney and Dan Brink · Will and Sarabeth Anderson
Friend of the Arts
Adam Fanning · AFDCL · Amy Long · Amy and Jim Kern · Andrew Pollen & Jeremy Shivers · Andy Stevenson and Sarah Garbe · Anne Howsare Boyens · Becky Cox · Belen Mata · Ben Schuh · Bess Jacobson · Brad Holland and Joe Raetz · Caleb Kotz · Carla Pope and Sean Arndt · Carrie Rasmussen · Connie Boesen · Corrin Smith · Cole and Amber Danielson · Chris and Dan Kramer · Chris Segar · Dan & Sue Schmitz · David Marquette · Dr. Teri Wahlig and Mark Feldmann · Darlis Honnold · Douglas Aupperle · Ellen Twinam · Gerald and Susan Hurst · Isenberger Associates Inc. · Jackie Quinn · Jackie Saunders · Jennifer Boland · Jean-Ann Olberding · Jeremy Weiss · Jim & Lisa Grieve · Jim and Marta Bruno · Jim Anderson · Jim Spooner and Judy Quick · Joann Tucker · Jody Leo · Jody and Julie Ingersoll · John F. Erdoesy · John and Claire Gervich · Jomarie Tucci & Todd Schomburg · Josh & Ellen Dreyer · Kate Leo · Kellie Roberts · Larkin Law · Laura J Thomas · Mark & Mary Ellen Stanley · Mark and Susan Volkamer · Mark Stanley · Marsha & Jim Aldridge · Martin A. Matkovich · Mary Vial · Michelle Cattoor · Nancy Henderson · Nancy Kane and Dave Holt · Nancy Mailliard · Nathan McCormick · Neil E Salowitz · Pam & Greg Kenyon · Randy and Jude Richardson · Rebekah and Louis DeWild · Robert A. & Elizabeth C. Lee Foundation Fund · Ryan Rohlf · Scott and Ellie Burns · Shannon Johnson · Sherilyn and Mitchell Hoyer · Steve Van Oort · Sue Henderson · Teresa Choi · Sue Kolbe · Stacy · Tim & LuAnn Reinders · Tom H Aguirre Jr & Jeremiah Schwennen · Tony and Merrick Behnke · Tori Fitzgibbons · Vicki Comegys · Will and Sarabeth Anderson