At the Bijou Theatre, we believe in the power of the arts to enrich lives and strengthen our community. As a proud community partner, we are committed to supporting local organizations and events that align with our mission to promote culture, education, and the performing arts.
While we are honored to receive many requests from various worthy causes, as a non-profit organization, our resources are limited. We strive to support as many initiatives as possible, but unfortunately, we cannot fulfill every request.
The Bijou Theatre offers a variety of donation options, including complimentary tickets and exclusive experiences, to help support your fundraising efforts. Below, you will find the criteria required to qualify for a donation. Please review these guidelines carefully before completing the application.
Due to the high volume of requests, we may not be able to respond to every submission individually. If your request is approved, you will be notified using the contact information provided.
Thank you for your understanding and for considering the Bijou Theatre as a partner in your fundraising efforts.
Alignment with Mission: The requesting organization’s mission and values should align with the Bijou Theatre’s mission to support the arts, culture, and community engagement.
Non-Profit Status: Priority will be given to registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. Proof of non-profit status may be required.
Local Impact: Preference will be given to organizations that directly benefit the Knoxville community or have a significant local impact.
Event Relevance: The donation request should be for an event or cause that directly supports arts, culture, education, or community development.
One Request Per Year: Organizations are eligible to receive one donation per calendar year to ensure fairness and allow us to support a broad range of causes.
Lead Time: Requests should be submitted at least 60 days in advance of the event or need. This allows time for review and fulfillment, if approved.
Budget Considerations: Due to limited resources, we will review each request in the context of our budget and existing commitments.
Submission: All requests must be submitted via this form, which provides details about the organization, event, and specific donation being requested.
Review: A small committee of designated staff members will review requests on a monthly basis, evaluating them against the established criteria.
Decision: Applicants will be notified of the decision within 30 days of submission. Approved donations will be coordinated and fulfilled by the designated staff member.
Recognition: If approved, we request that the Bijou Theatre be recognized as a donor in event materials, including programs, websites, or social media, where appropriate.
Follow-Up: After the event, organizations are encouraged to provide feedback on how the donation was used and its impact, helping us assess the effectiveness of our contributions.