Black & Gold is the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery’s biggest fundraising event of the year.
The Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery’s signature fundraising event of the year, Black & Gold, attracts an enthusiastic audience of art lovers, Gallery supporters and high profile guests.
Due to the ongoing impact of COVID-19, Black & Gold will be going online for our 2020 event! Save the date for Thursday 15 October when we will broadcast our gala fundraiser live from the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery. We look forward to welcoming back Givergy for this year's Art Auction and Silent Auction while also introducing many new twists for our first virtual gala - stay tuned to learn more!
Many thanks to CIBC Wood Gundy - Allan Bush Investment Team for their continued support of Black & Gold and the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery.
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Sponsor Black & Gold in 2020 to reach an audience of affluent individuals who appreciate the arts and value community. Contact our Development Officer, Leah Caravan, at lcaravan@kwag.on.ca or call 519-579-5860 x 221 to discuss the sponsorship that’s right for you!
Thank you to our 2019 Sponsors
Black & Gold is made possible through the generous support of many businesses and the event offers a range of opportunities to show your company’s support for the arts. We thank all the following supporters for their contributions to this year's event - your generosity is a big part of our success.
Black & Gold 2019 Presenting Sponsor:
Entertainment & Photobooth Sponsor:
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada
Volunteer Recognition Sponsor:
Audi Kitchener-Waterloo
Artist Showcase Sponsor:
KPMG
Decor Sponsors:
Diefenbacher Donovan Sieber Dental // Henry Walser Funeral Home // Ian Cook Construction
Hospitality Sponsor:
Bingemans
Printing Sponsor:
Direction Printing
Event Favour Sponsor:
Little Mushroom Catering
| Artist Donors | 2019 Black & Gold Committee | 2019 Black & Gold Event Volunteers |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Achtemichuk | Leah Caravan | Barb Billo |
| Gerard Brender à Brandis | Christina Di Paola | Eva Bonczek-Baczek |
| Jane Buyers | Jen Estabrooks | Leah Caravan |
| Cora Cluett | Claris Lam | Christina Di Paola |
| Sherry Czekus | Patricia Lawler | Jen Estabrooks |
| Soheila Esfahani | Anne Long | Claris Lam |
| Anne Filiatrault | Clare McClung | Patricia Lawler |
| Meg Harder | Senta Ross | Clare McClung |
| Luke Hodgson | Michelle Victorino | Bruce Mitchell |
| Sarah Kernohan | Thuy Vu | Jeremy Mitchell |
| Žana Kozomora | Cindy Wass | Shelly Mitchell |
| Eileen MacArthur | Crystal Mowry | |
| Karen Malcolm | Senta Ross | |
| Robert McNair | Michelle Victorino | |
| Kent Monkman | Thuy Vu | |
| Michelle Purchase | Cindy Wass | |
| Amanda Rhodenizer | ||
| Bill Schwarz | ||
| Judtih Stephens-Wells | ||
| Jean Stevenson | ||
| Karoline Varin |
Thank you to our Silent Auction Donors
| Aga Khan Museum | Elite Training Facility | Royal Ontario Museum |
| Amma Yoga | Factory Shoe | Shary Boyle |
| Apollo Cinema | FlyGTA Airlines | Shirley Madill |
| Art Gallery of Hamilton | Gardiner Museum | Sky Zone Kitchener |
| The Aud and Arenas | Golf Without Limits | Solé Restaurant and Wine Bar |
| Belgian Nursery | Grand River Glassworks | Starbucks Uptown Waterloo |
| Brch Social | Hauser Company Stores | Stratford Festival |
| Bradshaws & Kitchen Detail | Illume Wellness Spa | Stratford Summer Music |
| Bruce Mitchell | Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum | Stratford Tourism Alliance |
| Burning Kiln Winery | K-W Sewing Machines Limited | Swanson's Home Hardware |
| Cambridge Art Galleries | Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony | TA Appliances & Barbecues |
| Cameron's Flower Shop | Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa | T&J Seafoods |
| Centre In The Square | Lavender Lane Wellness Centre | Toronto Summer Music |
| Channer's Men's Apparel | Living Lighting | Towne Bowl |
| Chef Jason Hanoski | Mark Nunes | VIA Rail |
| Chocolate Barr's Candies | Merry-Hill Golf Club | Vincenzo's |
| Clean & Tidy | NAKIIT | The Walper Hotel |
| CN Tower / La Tour CN | Oakridge Acres Country Meat Store | The Waters Urban Spa Retreat |
| Cocoon Apothecary | Oiseau Salon | Watson's Chelsea Bazaar |
| Crania Schools | Paul Puncher Men's Clothier | Witek Acres Landscape |
| Creative Landscape Depot | Queen Street Yoga | The WOOShop |
| Delta Hotels Marriott Waterloo | Red X Wine Club | Words Worth Books |
| Drayton Entertainment | Registry Theatre | Yeti Café |
Show Your Support of Art and Community by Sponsoring Black & Gold
You are investing in the cultural life of your community
The Kitchener and Waterloo Community Foundation 2016 Vital Signs Report indicated that 65% of businesses and skilled workers agreed that a thriving arts and culture scene is a driving factor when considering relocation. Arts are a key part of recruitment and retention—an incredibly important thing in an extremely competitive market for skilled talent.
Position your company as a supportive, community–minded business
A 2017 poll by Nanos and the Ontario Arts Council showed that 90% of Ontarians believe in the importance of the arts to improving the quality of life of a community.
Introduce yourself to affluent and caring future clients
Your company will connect with individuals who have established and emerging wealth, individuals with a high percentage of disposable income and people who believe in supporting the arts in their community. Based on a 2017 survey of Black & Gold guests (attending in 2015 & 2016):
• 67% of guests are 56-69 followed by the 26-39 category at 23%
• 55% of guests are female
• 78% have a household income of $100,000+
• 43% spend $500+ on auction items at Black & Gold
• Over 50% of tickets are sold to leading businesses in the region