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All proceeds of the Highlands-Cashiers Film Festival goes right back to the community! The festival directly supports the Highlands Performing Arts Center and its mission to enrich our communities’ cultural and artistic life through diverse world-class performances, educational programs, and community engagement.

2026 Donor Levels

Contact Charlotte Muir to learn more cmuir@highlandsperformingarts.com

 

Executive Producer’s Circle

$25,000+

  • 4 passes to all film screenings, seminars and festival events including Black and White Gala (September 19 at PAC) and Film Festival Soiree (May 31 at Highlands Country Club)

  • Invitation to Executive Producer’s Circle Cocktails on Sept. 16

  • Reserved parking and premium seating

  • Special Champagne Toast with Festival Director

  • Free Popcorn at Festival in Special Festival Popcorn Tub

Producer’s Circle

$10,000 - $24,999

  • 2 passes to all film screenings, seminars and festival events including Black and White Gala (September 19 at PAC) and Film Festival Soiree (May 31 at Highlands Country Club)

  • Invitation to Producer’s Circle Cocktails on Sept. 16

  • Reserved parking and premium seating

  • Special Champagne Toast with Festival Director

  • Free Popcorn at Festival in Special Festival Popcorn Tub

Director’s Circle

$5,000 - $9,999

  • 2 passes to all film screenings, seminars and festival events including Black and White Gala (September 19 at PAC) and Film Festival Soiree (May 31 at Highlands Country Club)

  • Reserved parking and premium seating

  • Special Champagne Toast with Festival Director

  • Free Popcorn at Festival in Special Festival Popcorn Tub

Studio Circle

$2,500 - $4,999

  • 2 passes to all film screenings, seminars and Black and White Gala (September 19 at PAC)

  • Reserved parking and premium seating

  • Special Champagne Toast with Festival Director

  • Free Popcorn at Festival in Special Festival Popcorn Tub

Film Festival Society

$750 per person

  • 1 pass to all film screenings, seminars, and Black and White Gala (September 19 at PAC)

  • Kickoff party

  • Reserved parking and premium seating

  • Free Popcorn at Festival in Special Festival Popcorn Tub

Why give to HCFF?

  • Support the Arts

    The festival is a platform for independent filmmakers and artists who pour their heart into their work, and your donation helps make sure they have a stage to share it.

  • Build Community

    The PAC brings the community together through live performances, creative events, and educational programs.

  • Inspire the Next Generation

    Your donation gives local students of all ages a stage to discover their passion for the arts, build confidence, and find a place where they truly belong.