Support Us
GIVING FOR A GREATER TOMORROW
There are many ways you can support Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū and the Foundation with our mission, with so much to be gained from being a Foundation patron. Join a thoughtful, philanthropic community of like-minded souls who believe in this city and want to come together with artists, our Gallery team and each other.
HOW to SUPPORT US
Rita Angus Wainui, Akaroa 1943. Watercolour. N. Barrett bequest collection, purchased 2010
THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO HELP
Your support enables Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū to continue showcasing exceptional art, creating inspiring exhibitions, and preserving our cultural heritage.
Separately or in addition to joining our flagship TOGETHER programme, you can support the Gallery in the following ways:
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BECOME A SPONSOR
Partner with us to make a tangible impact while aligning your brand with the arts and our community.
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LEAVE A BEQUEST
Leave a lasting legacy by including the gallery in your will, helping future generations experience the joy of art.
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MAKE A One-off Donation
Every contribution counts. Make a one-time donation to support our ongoing programmes and special projects.
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FOR INDIVIDUALS AND SMALL BUSINESSES
Joining the Foundation's TOGETHER programme is the best way you can support Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū. Your annual donation helps fuel the Gallery's ambitions and provides you with exclusive access to exhibitions, events, behind-the-scenes-tours and more.
Bill Sutton Untitled [Te Onepoto/Taylors Mistake] 1957. Oil on canvas. William A Sutton bequest, 2000
SPONSORSHIP
FOR BUSINESSES
Partnering with Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū offers businesses a unique opportunity to align with creativity, culture, and community. By becoming a sponsor, your business gains exposure to a diverse audience while supporting world-class exhibitions, educational programmes, and the preservation of treasured artworks. Showcase your commitment to the arts and make a meaningful impact in our community. Together, we can inspire and enrich lives through the power of art.
George Dunlop Leslie In the Wizard's Garden c. 1904. Oil on canvas. Presented to the Canterbury Society of Arts by Wolf Harris, 1907; given to the Gallery, 1932
Bequests
LEAVE YOUR LEGACY
Leaving a bequest to Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū in your will is a gift to the city and an inspiration to future generations. Mō tātou, ā mō kā uri ā muri ake nei – For us and our children after us. From its beginning, Christchurch’s public art collection has been largely formed through gifts and bequests by people motivated to share their enjoyment of art.
A home for precious collections and memories
We have been deeply touched by a number of generous art donations made in memory of loved ones. Making a gift of art to commemorate a dear friend or family member offers a lasting tribute, ensuring their legacy is preserved within the city’s art collection. Each time your gift is displayed or reproduced, your loved one's name is lovingly acknowledged in recognition of this thoughtful tribute. To discuss making an art gift in honour of someone dear to you, please contact us, and we will help you make a memory in our city’s art collection.
Doris Lusk Rocks at Oaro 1966. Watercolour. Gift of David and Faith Thomas, 2022
Leaving a financial gift or a personal treasure
Gifts in wills can take many forms, including:
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Gifts of cash expressed as a dollar amount, a percentage of an estate or the residual value of an estate
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Work(s) of art
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Distributions from a trust
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Support for programmes to Collect, Share and Inspire
Notable Bequests
In 2023, the Foundation was honoured to receive a significant bequest from the late Sir Miles Warren, a great supporter of the Gallery and himself the subject of a retrospective exhibition in 2009. The bequest helped us to reach the incredible milestone of $5m in our Endowment Fund for the Gallery’s collection programme. The Foundation is incredibly grateful to Sir Miles for his generosity and foresight in making this gift.
Christchurch Art Gallery’s collection is a treasury of generous gifts, including some of our best loved works.
make a one-off donation
Make a Donation
Every donation helps us bring exceptional exhibitions to life, care for cherished artworks, and create engaging programmes for all ages. Whether it’s a one-time gift or ongoing support, your contribution makes a lasting difference. Join us in shaping a vibrant cultural future for Ōtautahi Christchurch — every bit counts.
Margaret Stoddart Diamond Harbour 1909. Watercolour. Christchurch Art Gallery Foundation Collection, purchased 1996
