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Join the Leadership Circle

Leadership Circle donors are extraordinary in their generous commitment to support Desert X on an annual basis. With their contributions these donors join a group of like-minded and prescient individuals interested in supporting artists’ dreams. Members of the Leadership Circle enjoy unique access to Desert X curators, artists, and team and become a vital part of the organization’s foundation. They ensure that emerging and well-known artists from around the world are able to create major installations to be viewed and enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of visitors. Simultaneously Leadership Circle donors, provide critical financial resources for a range of discretionary and new programmatic needs, including community engagement and educational programs for families, students, and young artists.

Annual Giving Levels & Benefits

Creator ($2,500+)

  • Recognition in select Desert X printed and digital collateral including exhibition program and website
  • Quarterly newsletter
  • Invitation to an annual Desert X special events

Desert X Exhibition Exclusives:

  • Two invitations to Media and VIP Preview event; and
    curator and artist-led exhibition preview tour
  • Two invitations to closing exhibition celebration

Producer ($5,000+)

All the Creator benefits, plus:

  • Invitations to two exclusive Desert X events (Spring and Fall)
  • First access to preview and purchase limited edition artworks by Desert X artists

Desert X Exhibition Exclusives:

  • Four invitations to Media and VIP Preview event; and
    curator and artist-led exhibition preview tour
  • Four invitations total to closing exhibition celebration

Innovator ($10,000+)

All Producer benefits, plus:

  • Access to behind-the-scenes events throughout the year including salons and special gatherings.
  • Invitations to participate in Desert X curated trips to art destinations.

Desert X Exhibition Exclusives:

  • Option to underwrite an artist’s project
  • Two invitations to Artists’ Dinner
  • Six invitations to Media and VIP Preview event; and
    curator and artist-led exhibition preview tour
  • Six invitations total to closing exhibition celebration
  • Special Limited Edition gift

Visionary ($25,000+)

All Innovator benefits, plus:

Desert X Exhibition Exclusives:

  • Option to underwrite an artist’s project
  • Four invitations total to Artists’ Dinner
  • Eight invitations to Media and VIP Preview event; and
    curator and artist-led exhibition preview tour
  • Eight invitations total to closing exhibition celebration

All dates for events during our 2025 exhibition will be posted as we get closer to the opening. For more information about annual giving levels, benefits and ways to give, contact Jennifer Rappaport.

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