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PATRON PROGRAM
Aperture Foundation's Patron Program brings together a unique group of individuals who share our belief in the power of photography. Our patrons provide the essential support that make our programs possible. In return, they receive unparalleled benefits, including invitations to evening salon receptions, private exhibition viewings, studio tours, and other exclusive events, all of which provide an intimate setting for guests to interact with our artists and their work.
Art Circle (Annual gift: $1,000)
Invitations to exclusive salon events with artists, scholars, and collectors. Subscription to Aperture magazine, one complimentary monograph, and discounts on publications, among other privileges.
Full Benefits List
  • Special recognition as an Art Circle member on the Aperture Gallery donor board and website
  • Invitations to exclusive salon events with artists, scholars, and collectors
  • Invitations to private patron openings and exhibition walk-throughs with Aperture artists, curators, and authors
  • Invitations to book signings, lectures, and panel discussions
  • 30% discount on Aperture books
  • 10% discount on most Aperture limited-edition photographs
  • One complimentary Aperture publication
  • One-year subscription to Aperture magazine
The cost of goods and services provided at this level is estimated at $140.
Art Net (Annual gift: $2,500)
All Art Circle benefits plus an artist-signed Aperture monograph and 15% discount on most Aperture limited-edition photographs, among other privileges.
Full Benefits List
  • Special recognition as an Art Net member on the Aperture Gallery donor board and website
  • Reserved seating for book signings, lectures, and panel discussions, upon request
  • 15% discount on most Aperture limited-edition photographs
  • One artist-signed Aperture monograph
  • All Art Circle benefits
The cost of goods and services provided at this level is estimated at $160.
Art Council (Annual gift: $5,000)
All Art Net benefits plus a limited-edition print, among other privileges.
Full Benefits List
  • Special recognition as an Art Council member on the Aperture Gallery donor board and website
  • A choice of one limited-edition offering, each exclusively produced by Aperture Foundation: Robin Schwartz's Pete print or Paul Strand's Near Rinconada, New Mexico. You will be contacted by the Development office regarding the complimentary print options.
  • 20% discount on most Aperture limited-edition photographs
  • Two artist-signed Aperture monographs
  • All Art Net benefits
The cost of goods and services provided at this level is estimated at $800 with the Robin Schwartz photograph; $650 with the Paul Strand photograph; $200 without either photograph.
Art Alliance (Annual gift: $10,000)
All Art Council benefits plus private entertaining privileges at Aperture Gallery, among other privileges.
Full Benefits List
  • Special recognition as an Art Alliance member on the Aperture Gallery donor board and website
  • A choice of one limited-edition offering, each exclusively produced by Aperture Foundation: Robin Schwartz's Pete print or Paul Strand's Near Rinconada, New Mexico. You will be contacted by the Development office regarding the complimentary print options.
  • Invitations to exclusive events with masters of photography, emerging artists, scholars, collectors, and trustees, held at private venues and artist studios
  • Invitations to intimate exhibition viewings with artists and curators
  • Private entertaining privileges at Aperture Gallery
  • All of the Art Council benefits
The cost of goods and services provided at this level is estimated at $1,900 with the Robin Schwartz photograph; $1,750 with the Paul Strand photograph; $1,300 without either photograph.
SNAP! NEW COLLECTORS PROGRAM
A membership group for novice collectors and photography enthusiasts.

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GIFT MEMBERSHIPS
Share your love of photography by giving your family and friends a Patron or SNAP! membership—and let them enjoy a year-long series of exclusive events, complimentary publications, and special discounts, among other privileges.

To give a gift membership, please call (212) 946-7108 or email development@aperture.org.
CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP
Aperture's Corporate Membership Program offers companies and their employees exclusive benefits and affiliation to our critically acclaimed publications, exhibitions, and educational initiatives that serve nearly one million individuals each year worldwide.
Corporate membership can include benefits such as:
  • Entertainment opportunities at Aperture Gallery
  • Advertising opportunities in Aperture magazine, on our website, and in our e-newsletter
  • Discounts on Aperture books and limited-edition photographs
  • Discounts on space rental
  • Complimentary subscriptions to Aperture magazine
  • Invitations to exclusive salon events with Aperture artists, curators, and authors
  • Complimentary tickets to Aperture's annual Benefit & Auction
  • Invitations to opening receptions, book signings, lectures, and panel discussions
  • Product display opportunities
  • Prominent listing on the Aperture Gallery Donor Board and on the Aperture website

Contact the Development Office at (212) 946-7108 or development@aperture.org for more information.
CONTACT US
For any questions regarding our membership programs or if you prefer not to donate online, please contact the Development Office at (212) 946-7108 or development@aperture.org.

As Aperture flourishes, we thank our members and donors for their loyalty and enthusiasm, and look forward to building relationships with new friends and supporters.

All gifts of $250 or more will receive special acknowledgement on Aperture's website and Gallery's donor board.

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