Download the Friend's of the Festival Application

The distinction of becoming a Friend of the Festival at the BB&T Charleston Wine + Food Festival® is the ultimate way to celebrate the event and enjoy all of the benefits of being a VIP at one of the most sought-after food festivals in the country. The Friends program is an exclusive donor program (capped at 75) that provides members with Festival tickets, behind-the-scenes access to events, reserved seating, one-on-one interaction with celebrity chefs and sommeliers, privileges to sold-out events, private parties throughout the year, and so much more!”

The Friends of the Festival donor program supports the Festival’s 501(c)(s) non-profit mission and lends a hand in raising charitable donations for local culinary scholarships and 2012 Charities. Friends also receive a portion of the program costs as a tax deduction.

2012 Friends

Melinda + Bake Allen	Susan + Stuart Porter
E. Boineau & Company	Robin + Stuart Reeves
Melissa Clegg + Todd Frizzelle	Marsha + Al Scott
Dr. + Mrs. Bill + Barbara Farrar	Mr. + Mrs. Martin + Kelly Skelly
Ann D. Fitts	Scott & Stringfellow
Stephanie Hall	Marcia + Denny Seremet
Leslie + Tommy Hancock	Nancye B. Starnes + David P. Hughes
Mr. + Mrs. William Hewitt	Mr. + Mrs. Thom Taylor
Richard Jerue	Melonie Hammond-Trace
Linn Lesesne + Rick Widman	Mr. + Mrs. Frank Tribble
Ms. Peggy Lewis	Andi Volpe
Mr. + Mrs. Robert Maguire	Mr. + Mrs. John A. Wallace, Jr.
Pamela R. + Scott P. Marks, Jr.	John Wofford
Mr. + Mrs. Edward M. Payne, III	Jaamy Zarnegar

$5,000 Couple Receives

• Two tickets to Auction Event
• Two Tickets to Sponsor Recognition + VIP Party
• Two Tickets to Sneak Preview of Grand Tasting Tents (Friday from 11:30 to 1:00)
• Two Tickets to Culinary Village (Friday from 2:00 to 5:00)
• $2,500 in Festival event tickets (certain restrictions apply)

$2,500 Individual Receives

• One ticket to Auction Event
• One Ticket to Sponsor Recognition + VIP Party
• One Ticket to Sneak Preview of Grand Tasting Tents (Friday from 11:30 to 1:00)
• One Ticket to Culinary Village (Friday from 2:00 to 5:00)
• $1,250 in Festival event tickets (certain restrictions apply)

Other Benefits

• VIP Donor Listing on website in special section, in the Ticket Brochure and in Festival Program, insert in The Post and Courier
• Pre-Festival Dinner and Fall Kick-Off Reception
• Reserved seating and early entry (30 minutes) at Opening Night Party, Friday Luncheon, Lowcountry Gospel Brunch and BBQ, Blues + Brew (must arrive at least 15 minutes after event begins to maintain seating area)
• Early entry (30 minutes) to Wine Dinners
• Opportunity to select tickets to key, possibly sold-out events after tickets go on sale (based on availability)
• VIP Gift Bag
• 10 percent off Festival merchandise
• Invitations to special events throughout the year
• Percentage of donation is tax-deductible
• Signed Official Festival poster
• Special Friends lapel pin to wear to Festival events
• No ticketing service fee on orders (normally 8%)
• Opportunity to purchase tickets to Festival events prior to them being available to the public
• Friends concierge to assist with year-round requests and planning

Call 843.727.9998 ext. 4 to become a friend today!