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words+images.
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boardroom.
opportunities.
about epc
eidolon studios corp is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in richmond virginia.
our public benefit is the creation of design systems that expand creative opportunity and sustain shared resources across industries. our work operates where design becomes public service and community becomes design research. becoming a member of eidolon pipeline cohort means investing in creative infrastructure and helping build access points for education, food, and art.
all donations and memberships are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. every membership supports public programming and community events.
nonprofit status
eidolon studios corp is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization registered in the state of virginia. all contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. donations directly fund public programming including educational workshops, community meals, exhibitions, publishing, mentorship, and student engagement. our work is transparent — every dollar is documented.
public records and annual reports are available upon request.
become a member
student membership
free. includes full program access to programs and cohort membership.
artist membership
$250 annually. includes monthly consultation and early program admission.
supporter membership
$500 annually. includes coworking access, event invitations, and printed materials.
patron membership
$1000 annually. includes all benefits plus private dinner access and recognition in materials.
donor circle
by invitation through request. includes participation in special initiatives and advisory events.
foundation (students + emerging creatives)
fellowship (mid-career artists + community leaders)
executive (founders + institutions)
apply / inquire
schedule an information call to discover how your current stage fits within the cycle. each applicant receives an individualized outline of where their practice sits, and how to advance.
our academy doesn’t sell quick skills or one-off workshops. it builds capacity and the ability to see your creative life as a system that can evolve. every participant leaves with sharper instincts, sustainable frameworks, and a community that continues to push them forward.
contact
inquiries + applications → eidolonprint@gmail.com
transparency
usage of funds
funds raised through membership, donations, and grants are used to sustain public programming, mentorship stipends, exhibitions, artist commissions, research, publishing, youth engagement, and community meals. a portion is allocated for rent, utilities, materials, and staff — ensuring consistent program delivery. the remaining portion supports scholarships, travel stipends, and local collaborations that extend our educational and cultural mission.
transparency and ethics
design is accountability. our reports are public. our budgets are visible. our community impact is measurable. annual summaries outline program outcomes, partnerships, and allocation data. eidolon pipeline cohort does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age in any of its activities or operations.
fundraising timeline (2025–2026)
nov–dec 2025 → soft campaign launch: internal community + founding donors.
jan–mar 2026 → grant applications + corporate sponsor onboarding. goal: $25,000
apr–jun 2026 → public campaign / event series. goal: $50,000
total goal by june 2026: $75,000
july 2026–dec 2026 → secure 3-year lease prepayment; introduce recurring membership model.
fund flow + accountability
every incoming dollar enters the operational fund and redistributes:
45% operations / 25% program / 15% travel + media / 10% reserve / 5% editorial + contingency.
quarterly board reviews, annual 990 filings, and transparent reporting maintain fiscal integrity.
long-term sustainability model
by year 3, eidolon pipeline becomes 60% self-sustaining through membership, events, and product revenue — reducing grant dependency while maintaining public support for growth.
the long-term plan (2028 and beyond) is to acquire property or co-develop a space as a permanent cultural campus through blended financing: philanthropic equity, annual partnership, or mission-aligned investors.
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