Milwaukee Film

Gift Memberships

There are a variety of benefits at every level, but ALL levels include discounts on tickets and concessions at the historic Downer and Oriental Theatres, early access to discounted Milwaukee Film Festival tickets, FREE monthly Members-only screenings, invitations to special events, and way, way more.

Looking to Give the gift of membership?

A Milwaukee Film membership is the perfect gift for the movie lover in your life—unlimited access to incredible films, exclusive screenings, member-only events, and that warm feeling of supporting an independent cinema in our community.

It’s easy and hassle-free (for you and for them):

  • Select any membership level below and choose “Give as a gift” at checkout.
  • Right after purchase, you’ll receive a digital gift certificate via email that you can forward (or print and wrap) whenever you’re ready.
  • The recipient simply clicks the link in the certificate to activate their new (or renewed) membership.

Renewing someone’s existing membership?

Just email Kristopher@mkefilm.org with the recipient’s name and current membership info and we’ll take care of the rest. 

Festival Fan

Our entry level membership

  • Discount on tickets/concessions at the historic Downer and Oriental Theatres (not valid for third-party or special events)
  • Early access and the BEST discounts on Film Festival passes and tickets
  • Monthly invitation to our FREE Members-only screenings (first-come, first-served)
  • Invitation to the Milwaukee Film Festival Members-only super-secret screenings
  • 15% off Milwaukee Film Festival merchandise
  • Recognition of your membership on the Milwaukee Film website; list will be updated with Members who join by March 1.
  • Student Memberships at this level are only $25 a year. Show valid student ID at the Downer or Oriental Theatre to buy your membership. Not available online.
  • Educator discounts available at this level. Email kristopher@mkefilm.org for access.

*Milwaukee Film is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions may be tax deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits received. The fair market value of benefits received at this level is $0.

Give as Gift – $75 Single Give as Gift – $125 Dual Give as Gift – $65 Senior Give as Gift – $100 Senior Dual

Film Lover

All the benefits of a Festival Fan plus:

  • Two single-use guest tickets per year for Members-only screenings (Four for duals)
  • Guaranteed seats to our FREE monthly Members-only screenings (RSVP required prior to deadline)
  • An exclusive MKE Film Member T-shirt (Two for duals)

*Milwaukee Film is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions may be tax deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits received. The fair market value of benefits received at this level is $0.

Give as Gift – $130 Single Give as Gift – $210 Dual

Movie Star

All the benefits of a Film Lover plus:

  • Four Milwaukee Film Festival vouchers (Eight for duals)
  • Early access to special screening events, as available

*Milwaukee Film is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions may be tax deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits received. The fair market value of benefits received at this level is $52 ($104 for Movie Star – Dual).

Give as Gift – $250 Single Give as Gift – $400 Dual

Film Director

All the benefits of a Movie Star plus:

  • Six Milwaukee Film Festival vouchers (Twelve for duals)
  • One All-Access Pass to the forthcoming Milwaukee Film Festival (Two for duals)
  • Invitations and access to exclusive events, festival-related and year-round, as available

*Milwaukee Film is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions may be tax deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits received. The fair market value of benefits received at this level is $528 ($1,056 for Film Director – Dual).

Give as Gift – $1,000 Single Give as Gift – $1,500 Dual

Movie Mogul

All the benefits of a Film Director plus:

  • Invitations to exclusive events at the festival and throughout the year
  • Access to reserved seats for FREE monthly Members-only screenings

*Milwaukee Film is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions may be tax deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits received. The fair market value of benefits received at this level is $528 ($1,056 for Movie Mogul – Dual).

Give as Gift – $2,000 Single Give as Gift – $3,000 Dual

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All the benefits of a Movie Mogul – Dual plus:

  • A total of two passes to the Milwaukee Film Festival
  • Sponsorship of one film at the Milwaukee Film Festival
  • Invitation to the annual tour of the Oriental Theatre
  • On-screen recognition at the Oriental and Downer Theatres year-round

*Milwaukee Film is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions may be tax deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits received. The fair market value of benefits received at this level is $528 ($1,056 for Movie Mogul – Dual).

Give as Gift – $5,000 Dual

Legend

All the benefits of an Icon plus:

  • A total of two passes to the Milwaukee Film Festival. Unlimited admission to all festival screenings and parties with special reserved seating.
  • Sponsorship of one film at the Milwaukee Film Festival
  • Invitation to the annual tour of the Oriental Theatre
  • On-screen recognition at the Oriental and Downer Theatres year-round
  • Free popcorn anytime the Oriental or Downer Theatre is open! You don’t even need to see a film!

*Milwaukee Film is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions may be tax deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits received. The fair market value of benefits received at this level is $1,056.

Give as Gift – $10,000 Dual

Cooley High – Black Lens

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

  • Two individual tickets to the Black History Month film lineup (Four for duals)
  • Two individual tickets to the Milwaukee Film Festival (Four for duals)
  • A Black Lens member t-shirt (Two for duals)
  • Discounts on ticketed Black Lens festival events
  • An invitation to the monthly free Members-Only Screenings, including the Super Secret screening during the Milwaukee Film Festival.
  • Two single-use guest tickets per year for Members-only screenings (Four for duals)
  • Discounts on films and concessions at the Downer and Oriental Theatres year-round
  • Best discounts and early access to festival vouchers & passes
  • 15% off MKE Film Festival merchandise
  • Recognition as a “Cooley High” member on our website

*Milwaukee Film is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions may be tax deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits received. The fair market value of benefits received at this level is $46 ($92 for Cooley High – Dual).

Give as Gift – $150 Single Give as Gift – $200 Dual

Mo’ Better – Black Lens

All the benefits of COOLEY HIGH plus:

  • Four tickets to the Black History Month film lineup (Six for duals)
  • Four tickets to the Milwaukee Film Festival (Six for duals)
  • An invitation to Friends & Family festival preview night
  • Invitation to Black Lens pre-screening committee
  • Recognition as a “Mo’ Better” member on our website

*Milwaukee Film is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions may be tax deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits received. The fair market value of benefits received at this level is $92 ($138 for Mo’ Better – Dual).

Give as Gift – $300 Single Give as Gift – $400 Dual

Baadasssss – Black Lens

All the benefits of MO’ BETTER plus:

  • A pass to the forthcoming Milwaukee Film Festival (Two for duals)
  • A pass to the forthcoming Black History Month film lineup (Two for duals)
  • Recognition as a “Baadasssss” member on our website
  • On-screen recognition at our theaters year-round
  • Invitation to exclusive festival events
  • Invitations to private screening events (as available)
  • Personalized film recommendations from the Black Lens programming team

*Milwaukee Film is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and contributions may be tax deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits received. The fair market value of benefits received at this level is $540 ($1,080 for Baadasssss – Dual).

Give as Gift – $1,000 Single Give as Gift – $1,500 Dual

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