Charitable Giving Each year the Orpheum Theatre donates between $150,000-$300,000 in tickets and merchandise to over 300 organizations. Policies and Procedures: The Orpheum Theatre is committed to working with surrounding communities to generate a positive impact throughout Memphis, Shelby County and the Mid-South by supporting registered charities in the region through our Charitable Giving Program. We feel community involvement is not only our responsibility, but also an opportunity to show our support for the great number of organizations working to help those in need. Making a Request: All requests for tickets and/or merchandise are limited to auction and/or raffle activities designed to raise funds for registered charities in the Memphis, Shelby County and Mid-South area. Preference is given to charities where the funds go directly to those in need. The Orpheum Theatre is a 501(c) 3 and therefore does not make cash gifts. Due to the overwhelming amount of requests, tickets should be limited to one request per organization during the fiscal year. The Orpheum Theatre does not donate merchandise to be used as prizes, volunteer recognition gifts or for internal United Way campaigns. Application Process: All requests must be submitted in writing on the letterhead of the requesting organization and state the nature of the event, the date of the event, and how the funds will be used. All requests must be submitted at least four weeks prior to the date of the event for which the donation is needed. Donations are filled on the 15th of each month. All requests should be addressed to:     Charitable Giving     The Orpheum Theatre     P.O. Box 3370     Memphis, TN 38173     Fax: 901-526-0829 Processing Your Request: The Orpheum Theatre's Donations Review Committee will make every effort to process your request in a timely manner. Telephone inquiries regarding status should not be made due to the high volume of requests received. When your request is ready to be picked up, you will receive a phone call. All donations must be picked up at the Administrative Offices, 203 S. Main Street between 9am- 5pm. Following Up: Organizations receiving a donation from the Orpheum Theatre must submit the follow-up form (enclosed in donation package) specifying the amount raised by our donation and the amount raised through the fundraising event. Schools and Religious Institutions: Due to the overwhelming amount of fundraising requests from schools and religious institutions, we are unable to consider these groups for tickets. However, as part of our desire to support education and the community, we can provide an Orpheum History book and/or poster. We also support the schools through our extensive Educational offerings and programs.