As a nonprofit organization, we rely on volunteers, donors, and supporters like you to make the magic happen. Volunteers contribute over 1,000 hours annually helping host community events and fundraisers, cultivate the gardens of our 2.5 acre campus, and care for our historic buildings. Donations are an essential part of our budget, making up roughly 30% of our annual operating costs. Thank you for sharing your time, talent, and resources to ensure that a vibrant and creative community continues to thrive at Shake Rag Alley!
Shake Rag Alley, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Monetary donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law and can be made any time in person, through the mail, or online.
Click the donate button below to make a one-time online tax-deductible donation OR check the box labeled make this a recurring donation to set up a monthly contribution.
You can become a sustaining supporter at just $20 a month and make a difference all year long!
There is no shortage of ways to get involved at Shake Rag Alley. Consider volunteering for our annual events or maintaining our gardens. To learn about upcoming opportunities, sign up for our Volunteer e-Newsletter or view current volunteer signups.
We’re delighted to offer our volunteers a 15% discount on workshops (after just 10 hours of volunteering)!
The Lantern Society is a group of friends and supporters who have pledged to support Shake Rag Alley through planned giving. They are ensuring the long-term growth and success for future generations, lighting the way for others through their generosity. You are invited to join the Lantern Society today!
For more information about how you can make a sustaining gift to Shake Rag Alley, or include our nonprofit in your planned giving, please contact our development office at development@shakeragalley.org or 608-987-3292. We’re excited to talk with you.
Mark your calendar for our annual events and bring your friends! Fundraising events have nominal fees and are a great way to support arts opportunities and historic preservation while having fun.
2026 Fundraising Events
Word of mouth is one of the primary ways people find out about Shake Rag Alley, so we appreciate when you share about us! Consider inviting family and friends to a workshop, like and share our social media posts on Facebook and Instagram, recommend our lodging facilities, forward our e-newsletter, or share our catalog.
Share the joy with friends and family by purchasing a gift certificate, which can be used for workshops and lodging. Gift certificates are a great way to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and more!
The mission of Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts is to provide educational experiences in visual, performing, and literary arts for adults and children; cultivate the creativity that thrives in our rural community; and rehabilitate and preserve our historic buildings and rustic campus.
18 Shake Rag St.
Mineral Point, WI 53565
(608) 987-3292