ACRE Bonfire

ACRE Bonfire donors are core members of ACRE’s community of supporters. When you join, you connect with fellow art enthusiasts and gain direct access to Chicago’s vibrant and dynamic arts scene.

Members enjoy exclusive experiences, from private studio visits and collection tours, to curated outings at performances and exhibitions throughout the year. Along the way, you’ll build meaningful connections with emerging and ground-breaking artists, distinctive collectors, and cultural leaders.

As an ACRE Bonfire donor, you’ll also directly support a longstanding, artist-run organization dedicated to advocating for artists and sustaining Chicago’s creative ecosystem.

ACRE Bonfire Donor Benefits: 

  • Donor recognition on ACRE’s Annual Report and website.  

  • A calendar of exclusive ACRE Bonfire events, including private artist studio visits, home and collection tours, and exhibition receptions that bring you closer to ACRE exhibitions and artists. 

  • Invitations to curator and artist-led previews of exhibitions. 

  • Invitations to performances and exhibitions of ACRE artists. 

  • Complimentary artist-designed ACRE tote bag. 

Giving Levels

Chalet Level ($25,000) 

All of the benefits listed above, plus a complimentary invitation to Friends and Family Weekend at ACRE Residency in June. 

Lodge Level ($10,000)

All of the benefits listed above, plus a complimentary invitation to ACRE’s Hearth Annual Benefit in October.

Mom’s House Level ($5,000)

All of the benefits listed above, plus an annual artist edition print.

Cold Creek Level ($2,500)

All of the benefits listed above, plus a private director-led tour of an exhibition. 

Studio Level ($1,000) 

Make a donation to join today!