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Guided by the belief that art transforms communities, Save the El Rey is committed to preserving and revitalizing Chico’s historic El Rey Theater as an inclusive performing arts space where all voices are celebrated, ensuring its legacy for generations to come.


Help us raise $1 million to make the historic El Rey Theater a community-owned and operated treasure! Your generous donations will secure the theater's purchase, repair its roof, and cover operational expenses for one year, ensuring this beloved landmark serves our community for generations to come.


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Donor Tiers

Encore Supporter $50

Encore supporters will receive a beautifully designed postcard from the theater, and your name listed on the theater’s website as a supporter of the arts and heritage.

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El Rey Enthusiast $250

El Rey Enthusiasts receive all the benefits of the Encore Supporter, plus an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the theater.

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Spotlight Patron $500

Spotlight Patrons will receive all benefits of the El Rey Enthusiasts and a personalized plaque on a selected seat in the theater, marking your contribution to its legacy.

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Founders Circle $10,000

Founders Circle members will receive all the benefits of the Spotlight Patrons, plus a personalized plaque prominently displayed within the theater, celebrating your commitment to its future.

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Visionary Founder $100,000

As a Visionary Founder you will receive all the benefits of the Founders Circle, and exclusive naming rights to a significant theater space (such as the stage, auditorium, or lobby), ensuring your legacy is intertwined with the theater’s history.

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Fund Purpose

The purpose of the fund shall be to raise money to support the comprehensive preservation, restoration, and revitalization of the historic El Rey Theater, including maintaining and restoring the theater's architectural integrity.


Campaign Activity

See who supports your cause and what they have to say about it!

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agatoclia tachiquin donated $25.00 and generously covered the transaction fee

I’ve never been to Chico, I might never see El Rey. The arts and community are worth saving, everywhere. 

a month ago
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$218.00 was anonymously donated and fees were generously covered

$150 fundraiser $67.95 costco Gingerbread refund fyi 

2 months ago
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Shirley McCoy donated $50.00

2 months ago
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Hilary Crosby donated $25.00

2 months ago
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$50.00 was anonymously donated and fees were generously covered

2 months ago