A Dramatically Fantastical Gala!

Our first ever fundraiser on November 6, 2021 was an unequivocal success, to wit:

• people had FUN
• AMAZINGLY talented and generous artists donated 89 inspiring works to our Auction
• FANTASTICALLY smart and big-hearted sponsors made it possible to donate 100% of the auction proceeds ($55,000) to our three scholarships benefitting young artists
• GROSS donations totaled just over $100,000; minus expenses, we netted over $80,000. We are banking funds for the upcoming capitol campaign to open our Mohnton, PA Gallery and Community Center as well as a major strategic planing initiative in 2022.

Some highlights of the evening were the beautiful objects d’art on display, our colorful signature non-alcoholic cocktails, live art being created by Joey and Michael Strain, on-demand caricatures by illustrator John Gurney, a “Balloon Pop” prize game and the first sale of an original Amos Lemon figure drawing.

Dane presents a check for $20,000 to new Caron CEO Brad Sorte.

Another check goes to the Berks County Community Foundation for college scholarships for young artists. We look forward to more collaboration with great partners like Franki Aiken, BCCF fund manager.