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. In 2019, our gala evening featured an impressive art and silent auction, cocktail hour, dinner, and smooth sounds from the Tavares Trio, a Latin jazz ensemble. We were also thrilled to welcome celebrated Cree artist Kent Monkman as our Guest of Honour at this year's event.
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
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!