Join the Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation!
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Members have a vote and a voice.
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Our events and programs include:
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Kerrville Folk Festival * Grassy Hill New Folk Songwriting Competition
Welcome Home Fest * Music Camp for Teens * Music at the Mansion
WHAT IS THE KERRVILLE FOLK FESTIVAL FOUNDATION?
The Kerrville Folk Festival was founded by the late Rod Kennedy in 1972 and continued under his direction for 28 years. Over the course of those years, a powerful community bond had formed among Festival attendees. They could not imagine losing the gathering of their “chosen family.” Ultimately, a member-based non-profit, 501(c)(3) incorporation was formed. Joining the Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation declares you are part of this on-going community, and your willingness to assure its continuance by giving it your financial support.
​The Kerrville Folk Festival is the flagship event of the KFF Foundation. In 2023, the 50th Kerrville Folk Festival was celebrated by a community committed to supporting its continuance for generations to come. During the Festival, we become the second largest community in Kerr County. Activities are provided for all ages with a focus on nurturing and developing artistic expression, especially the art of songwriting, in a loving family-friendly environment. The Foundation events are produced by a small paid staff and a host of dedicated hard-working volunteers from across the country. The KFF Foundation Board of Directors is a voluntary working board.
Our mission is to promote public appreciation and support for songwriters, the songwriting craft, and the gift folk music offers the world.
​Our vision is of an inclusive community where the craft of songwriting is shared, respected, and supported. We celebrate and honor powerful and insightful songs across the spectrums of genre, race, gender identity, culture, or religion. We value music from all folks that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
Our purpose is to educate the public about the benefits and characteristics of songs, that in time, are deemed “folk music”. We provide a unique experience in a musical community that is enriching to the listeners and the performers.
Cosy Sheridan and Charlie Koch
Jaimee Harris
WHY BE A MEMBER OF THE KERRVILLE FOLK FESTIVAL FOUNDATION?
MEMBERSHIP = OWNERSHIP
KFFF members own the Kerrville Folk Festival, our flagship event, and additionally these amazing programs:
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Grassy Hill Kerrville New Folk Competition
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Welcome Home Festival
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Music Camp for Teens (co-produced with the Boys & Girls Club of Central Texas)
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Music at the Mansion (co-produced with Schreiner University)
MEMBERSHIP = INFORMED VOICES
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Throughout the year, KFFF members receive newsletters from the Executive Director and the KFFF Board regarding the programs, financials, volunteer opportunities, and gatherings such as Summit meetings, wherein members and volunteers convene in order plan for future Foundation activities. Members are provided information and vote on candidates for Board positions and by-law changes, and members are invited to member-only gatherings to celebrate and socialize.
MEMBERSHIP = SUPPORT
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KFFF is funded by memberships, ticket sales, donations, grants, and festival retail sales. Collectively, this income covers the costs of Festival operations, programs, the site, capital projects and administration – all building the path to a sustainable future.
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MEMBERSHIP = REWARDS
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During the Festival, Foundation members who visit the Foundation’s booth at Kennedy Theater typically receive a Foundation T-shirt designed specifically for the upcoming membership year and several other gifts. (For 2020: Due to COVID Survival cost cutting, members will receive a merchandise voucher in lieu of a 2020 Foundation T shirt.) Foundation members who join at higher levels are also eligible to receive tickets for the next Festival, premium parking passes, backstage access, golf carts, free admission to an upcoming Music at the Mansion Concert and more.
Most importantly, all members receive the gift of knowing they support a community characterized by a spirit of safety and love for one another, and its love for the power of songs that inspire us to grow emotionally, intellectually and spiritually. Each member is celebrated with “Welcome Home” and extended gratitude for joining this community that celebrates life with authenticity, acceptance and appreciation for art.
John Eddleman, Carrie Colley, Kelly McQuerns
Bernice Lewis
MEMBERSHIP STRUCTURE
In October 2020, the KFF Foundation Members voted to amend the Foundation bylaws such that Memberships are now structured on a full calendar year. Now annual memberships last one full calendar year, so the date you join or renew is now your membership anniversary date.
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Also passed in October was an amendment that allows for annual membership dues to be paid on a monthly basis through an automated online system. Automatic monthly billing now allows you to opt for dues to be paid in a monthly "subscription" to your annual membership. Monthly subscriptions are available at any level of membership. Because there are additional credit card and processing fees associated with multiple payments, there is a small fee added to each monthly payment to cover those costs.
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To be eligible to vote, a member’s dues must be paid in full, or for members making monthly payments, the member must have paid at least 3 consecutive monthly payments and be current on payments at least 24 hours prior to the date of a membership vote.
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Similarly, at all levels of membership, you may now opt for automatic renewal of a single annual payment as an annual "subscription" to your membership. If you opt for an annual subscription, you will be automatically billed once a year on your membership anniversary date for your annual membership dues.
If you are on any automatic billing "subscription" plan (annual or monthly) and wish to change your level of membership, please call the KFF Office for assistance.
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Although these amendments allow for a full year of membership, they cannot apply retroactively; as in, the bylaws in effect at the time a person joins or renews apply to that person's membership. If you joined or renewed between April 15, 2020 - Oct. 12, 2020, your annual membership expires June 15, 2021. If you joined or renewed after Oct. 12, 2020, your annual membership is active for one full calendar year from the date your dues were processed. If you have any questions regarding membership, please call or email the festival office for clarification.
(830)257-3600 - info@kerrvillefolkfestival.org
Kelly 'Whoa' Falgout
Kim & Mary McDowell
BECOME A MEMBER
Typically, the KFF Foundation Annual General Membership Meeting is held each year during Kerrville Folk Festival. During your membership year, you are invited to attend and vote for open positions on the Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation Board of Directors and any proposed by-law changes.
Basic Foundation Memberships: $100
You will be supporting the KFF Foundation and its on-going support of folk music and the singer songwriter community and we invite you to pick up a commemorative KFF Foundation Membership T-shirt, a KFF bumper sticker, and a limited edition KFF Compilation CD at the Foundation Booth during the next Festival.
Basic Foundation Membership: $100
One-time payment for annual membership dues
Basic Membership
Monthly Subscription: $9/month
Automatically bills your annual membership dues
on a monthly basis plus a small processing fee
Basic Foundation Membership Renewals: $75
You will be supporting the KFF Foundation and its on-going support of folk music and the singer songwriter community and we invite you to pick up a commemorative KFF Foundation Membership T-shirt, a KFF bumper sticker, and a limited edition KFF Compilation CD at the Foundation Booth during the next Festival.
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****NOTE: You may only renew if your membership is current or expired in the last month. If this does not apply to you, please select the above option: Basic Foundation Membership.****
If you are not sure, please contact us for more information.
Basic Membership Renewal
Annual Subscription: $75/year
Automatically bills your annual membership
dues on your membership anniversary
Basic Membership Renewal
Monthly Subscription: $7.50/month
Automatically bills your annual membership dues
on a monthly basis plus a small processing fee
Basic Membership Renewal: $75
One-time payment for annual membership dues
Folkie Foundation Membership: $250
Basic Membership benefits, plus a 2nd limited edition KFF Compilation CD,
gift voucher for one KFF Live CD, and a $15 KFF Merchandise gift certificate.
Folkie Membership
Annual Subscription: $250/year
Automatically bills your annual membership
dues on your membership anniversary
Folkie Membership
Monthly Subscription: $22.50/month
Automatically bills your annual membership dues
on a monthly basis plus a small processing fee
Folkie Membership: $250
One-time payment for annual membership dues
Kerrvert Foundation Membership: $500
Basic Membership benefits, plus a $30 KFF Merchandise gift certificate,
gift vouchers for two additional KFF Live CD’s, and a KFF New Folk Tote Bag.
Kerrvert Membership
Annual Subscription: $500/year
Automatically bills your annual membership
dues on your membership anniversary
Kerrvert Membership
Monthly Subscription: $45/month
Automatically bills your annual membership dues
on a monthly basis plus a small processing fee
Kerrvert Membership: $500
One-time payment for annual membership dues
Bridger Foundation Membership: $1000
Kerrvert Membership benefits, plus one KFF Complete Ticket Package (for one person).
Bridger Membership
Annual Subscription: $1000/year
Automatically bills your annual membership
dues on your membership anniversary
Bridger Membership
Monthly Subscription: $86/month
Automatically bills your annual membership dues
on a monthly basis plus a small processing fee
Bridger Membership: $1000
One-time payment for annual membership dues
Damron Foundation Membership: $1500
Kerrvert Membership benefits for two people, plus two KFF Complete Ticket Packages,
plus a Preferred Parking Pass and VIP backstage access during the Festival.
Damron Membership
Annual Subscription: $1500/year
Automatically bills your annual membership
dues on your membership anniversary
Damron Membership
Monthly Subscription: $130/month
Automatically bills your annual membership dues
on a monthly basis plus a small processing fee
Damron Membership: $1500
One-time payment for annual membership dues
Threadgill Foundation Membership: $2500
Damron Membership Benefits, plus a $150 KFF Merchandise Gift Certificate
and an engraved plaque on a commemorative bench.
Threadgill Membership
Annual Subscription: $2500/year
Automatically bills your annual membership
dues on your membership anniversary
Threadgill Membership
Monthly Subscription: $215/month
Automatically bills your annual membership dues
on a monthly basis plus a small processing fee
Threadgill Membership: $2500
One-time payment for annual membership dues
Kennedy Foundation Membership: $5000
Threadgill Membership benefits, plus personal use of a golf cart throughout the Festival.
Kennedy Membership
Annual Subscription: $5000/year
Automatically bills your annual membership
dues on your membership anniversary
Kennedy Membership
Monthly Subscription: $430/month
Automatically bills your annual membership dues
on a monthly basis plus a small processing fee
Kennedy Membership: $5000
One-time payment for annual membership dues
Peter Yarrow Membership: $10,000 or more
Please call the office and ask for Executive Director to design your benefit package.
(830)257-3600
