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BECOME A VOLUNTEER - WE NEED YOU

As a community supported, mission driven theater, the Panida depends on the participation of a variety of people within our community. While financial assistance is very important to the theater one element of support that is just as important as money is time: the time people give to the Panida. We would be lost were it not for the volunteers.

The Panida seeks volunteers who are dedicated to the theater and to helping preserve and support this legacy. Their time is spent volunteering during events at the theater and in the community at special fund-raising projects. Volunteers help with ticket sales, ticket taking, concessions, beer and wine sales, and more during events.  In addition to the Panida-produced events the theater is frequently rented by other community organizations which require volunteers in a similar capacity. Volunteers also serve on committees, help with marketing and publicity, help in the office and often special cleanup or construction projects.

Our volunteers get to meet new people, help our community theater operate, and, as a bonus get in “free” when volunteering (potentially a $1,350 dollar value over the course of a year)! If it’s movies, music, dance or just the good feeling you get when you’re giving, come on down and give us a hand!

We wouldn’t be here without the dedication of our community support. If you would like to become a volunteer please click this link so we can connect. Or,

For more information on volunteering please call us at (208) 255-7801 or email panidatheater@panida.org .

FUNDRAISING

Community Supported ~ Mission Driven.  We survive and thrive due to community support.

We have several fundraising events each year:

  • Our concessions and beverages that we offer are major source of fundraising for the Panida. Each treat you purchase sends money back to support the theater.
  • Play It Again Panida – a music/video sale of used/new material which takes place during Crazy Daze that raises money for a high school scholarship.
  • The Ice Cream Booth at the Festival at Sandpoint (open during every Festival performance).
  • The volunteers collect tips during events that are donated back to the theater.
  • Online fundraising and more.

Our volunteers get to meet new people, help our community theater operate, and, as a bonus get in “free” when volunteering! If it’s movies, music, dance or just the good feeling you get when you’re giving, come on down and give us a hand!

The Panida is the heart of our community and we all play a valuable part in keeping it beating. We wouldn’t be here without the dedication of our community and we appreciate your support.

For more information on donating or volunteering at the Panida, please contact us at events@panida.org

MAKE A DONATION

You can support The Panida Theater by becoming an Annual Member, or making a one-time donation. Use our secure donation buttons below.  We appreciate all donations, large and small. Remember, your donation is tax deductible!

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Recurring Donation

PANIDA THEATER RESTORATION

Theater officials have already checked off several items on their to-do list. They’ve restored most of the theater seats, replaced the curtain and repaired the building exterior.

UPDATE ON BRICKS at Panida Theater

The Panida Theater is founded on community values and the bricks represent the investment made to continue the legacy of our beautiful historic theater.  The bricks and many other tributes are public acknowledgement of the tremendous support the theater has received.

Learn More About the Bricks

The Historic Panida Theater seeks community members for Board of Directors and Committee Volunteers

This is an opportunity for creative and enthusiastic community members to join the Panida team and help to guarantee that our theater remains a unique historic and art-deco venue for generations to come. Here, live concerts, classic and current movies, local and touring theatrical productions, and community arts organizations will continue to flourish.

By giving time and energy Board members help grow a nurturing environment.Here children learn to creatively cooperate in productions that build memories, pride and skills. On our stage children of Sandpoint have gone on to be nationally known artists. For decades well known performers have filled our auditorium with applause.

Those of you who serve on the Panida Board in 2022 and beyond will be party to decisions that will affect the arts community in Sandpoint for decades to come.You will be part of the 100 year anniversary celebration of the Theater and part of a history that the future will celebrate. Fiber optics connecting art theaters across the world, new digital technology, coupled with creative restoration techniques will insure that the Panida remains a historic gem, drawing great performers and patrons, not just from North Idaho but from the entire Northwest.

Your excitement, time and energy will provide the leadership needed to make a lasting contribution to future generations of North Idaho citizens. If you love the theater and want to be part of a collaborative, creative, forward-looking, small group of women and men, then your serving on the Panida Board will enrich your life and ensure that the Panida thrives.

Applications are now being accepted on our website.

Want to be a board member? You can apply online.

Board Member Application Form

MERCHANDISE

Purchasing Panida Theater Merchandise is a great way to show your support!

Stainless Steel Stemless Wine Glass

$
15

This glass commemorates the 90th Birthday celebration. You will also get $1 OFF your first beer or wine when you purchase it.

THE PANIDA THEATER CANVAS BAG

$
12

The Panida Theater’s beautiful maroon canvas bag is adorned with our golden embroidered logo on this Port & Company – Improved Essential Tote. Great for shopping, packing groceries or picnicking. It features a large main section with small interior self-fabric pockets, Left side exterior pocket and Web handles. Dimensions: 12 h x 14 w x 6.5 d Approx. 1 092 cubic inches.

$25 Gift Certificate

$
30

Give the gift of theater with a certificate. $5.00 processing fee included in price of certificate.

$50 Gift Certificate

$
55

Give the gift of theater with a certificate. $5.00 processing fee included in price of certificate.

$100 Gift Certificate

$
105

Give the gift of theater with a certificate. $5.00 processing fee included in price of certificate.