AGWA Foundation

The Art Gallery of Western Australia holds one of Australia's finest art collections, including one of the most important Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art collections in the country and the pre-eminent collection of Western Australian art. This is largely due to the generosity of AGWA Foundation supporters.

Since the Foundation’s inception in 1989, our generous supporters have led the way in providing consistent and vital funding for the art and artists of Western Australia. Over the past 30 years it has had an extraordinary impact, facilitating more than 80% of all acquisitions at AGWA.

Supporting the broadening knowledge, appreciation, and education of art, Foundation supporters provide impactful experiences and extraordinary moments for the community of Western Australia.

Be part of the next chapter of AGWA Foundation’s inspiring journey, as we enter a new phase of the Gallery’s development.

Donating to AGWA and effecting positive change in an area you’re passionate about is easier than you think. One hundred percent of your donation is invested in the area you specify, ensuring your gift makes a real impact where it matters most.

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Your contribution

Foundation supporters are acknowledged in the following ways:

• Patron $1,000,000 +
• Vice Patron $500,000 +
• Governor $100,000 +
• Benefactor $50,000 +
• Fellow $15,000 +

All donations to AGWA over $2 are tax deductible. Gifts of artworks accepted by the Gallery are also tax deductible under the Federal Government's Cultural Gifts Program.

Acknowledgement and thanks

Foundation supporters are acknowledged each year on AGWA’s website, on the Gallery foyer's LED screen, in the AGWA Annual Report, the AGWA Foundation Impact Report and within any campaign-specific marketing.

Supporters who have contributed $50,000 or more to the AGWA Foundation will be honoured with lifetime recognition.

Donors may choose to be acknowledged anonymously if they prefer.

AGWA privately thanks all donors at the time a gift is received.

With thanks to our generous supporters.

Your involvement

Foundation donors receive special access to AGWA through a range invitation-only events, experiences and communications that are tailored to a donor’s interests and areas of support, reflective of the level of donation.

Areas to support

We invite you to direct your annual donation to the area that is the most important to you.

Acquisitions

Enable AGWA to develop and preserve Western Australia’s State Art Collection. AGWA’s collection is continually developing with new acquisitions and commissions, offering insight into who we are today and who we aspire to be. Your contribution will also strengthen underrepresented areas within the AGWA Collection and enable us to commission new works by contemporary artists.

Donations of works of art can be made to the AGWA Collection. Please contact AGWA’s Foundation team for more information.

Gifts of works of art accepted by the Gallery are also tax deductible under the Federal Government's Cultural Gifts Program.

Learning, Social Impact and Public Programs

Support AGWA to deliver programs that aim to break down barriers, create inclusive communities and cultivate the next generation of creative thinkers. Audience engagement at AGWA and online plays an essential role in deepening and broadening our visitor’s experiences, both within the Gallery and beyond.

Exhibition Development

Support all aspects of an exhibition at AGWA, from artwork logistics, new commissions, accompanying publications, public programs, and access initiatives. AGWA brings works of art from around Australia and the world, showcasing defining artists, periods, and collections, drawing on the rich diversity artists to inspire the community of Western Australia.

Publications

Create a legacy in written form through books, essays, and accessible publications. Authored by Western Australian arts writers and academics, publications allow for the dissemination of arts thinking and scholarly conversation, throughout Australia and the rest of the world.

Wherever the need is greatest

Make an immediate impact at AGWA by donating towards the Gallery’s priority area. Your gift may be directed towards proposed exhibitions and displays, specifically address an area of interest identified in AGWA’s strategic directions, or allow vital operational needs to be met, safeguarding AGWA for future generations.

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AGWA Foundation Patron

The patron of the AGWA Foundation is His Excellency the Honourable Christopher John Dawson AC APM.

AGWA Foundation Council

The Foundation Council works to continually develop and expand ways of giving at AGWA, through an ever-growing network of individuals, organisations, trusts and foundations, who are equally passionate about sharing exceptional art with the community of Western Australia.

Our Foundation Councillors

Paul Chamberlain

Paul is a philanthropist and investor who has a strong interest in the arts and is a passionate collector mainly of work by street artists. Originally from Bristol, UK, Paul is an entrepreneur who in his 26 years in Australia has worked in the property, investing and automotive industries. Paul is on the Board of several not-for-profit organisations and has been the Chairman of FORM for a number of years. He was also instrumental in the development of collective giving initiatives, Impact100 WA and ArtsImpact WA.

Janet Holmes à Court, AC

Appointed in 2018 under Section 6(1)(a) of the Art Gallery Act 1959 – Term Ends 2027

Janet Holmes à Court AC is owner of the Janet Holmes à Court Collection and Chair of The Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA). She is a Board Member of the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM), the State Buildings Advisory Board Western Australia and Commissioner for Australia for the Venice Architecture Biennale.

David Alder

David is Co-Founder and Director of Alder & Partners Private Wealth Management. Continuing the family tradition (sixth generation) of providing financial advisory and investment management services to private clients, not for profit entities, and corporate clients, he has been employed in the Australian securities industry since 2001. He is a Certified Financial Planner and holds a Bachelor of Commerce, Diploma of Financial Planning, and Diploma of Arts (Furniture Design). David is Co-Chairman of the Western Australian Anglicare Winter Appeal Committee which raises funds to assist people to cope with the challenges of life and relationships. He is a Fellow of the AGWA Foundation and is married with two children.

Sarah D'Onofrio

Sarah has a career spanning 20 years in the stockbroking industry with accumulated knowledge and skill across the areas of direct equity trading, corporate and wealth management in Australia. She is an Associate Director of Canaccord Genuity, a leading full-service international financial services firm. As a Trustee on the Simon Lee Foundation, Sarah is involved in the strategic planning and execution building enthusiasm and energy around project outcomes and relationships with large institutions across Australia in the Arts and Medical Research space. She is also the Chairperson for the Development Advisory Network at Telethon Kids Institute. Sarah is a member of The Stockbrokers and Investment Advisers Association.

Randal Humich

Randal is a Perth-based businessman and property developer. Randal established Humich Group in 1990. It is a family business with a diverse investment portfolio ranging from cattle enterprises to office buildings, and mainly in WA assets.

Paula Rogers

Paula has over 25 years of management, sales, marketing and business development expertise in roles such as General Manager, Communications and Marketing Manager, Advertising Director, GM Sales and Marketing, Publisher and Event Management CEO. After four years as the State Director for Western Australia at the Committee for Economic Development of Australia, Paula restarted her own business consulting firm. Paula is currently the CEO of the Committee for Perth.

Zamia Pedro

Zamia has a longstanding passion for the arts and their invaluable role in society. Zamia is a Clinical Psychologist working in child adolescent mental health and currently leading clinical research in emergency mental health at Perth Children's Hospital, in partnership with Telethon Kids Institute. Zamia currently serves as Board Secretary at All Saints’ College.

Colin Walker

Colin Walker is the Director of the Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA) and the Chair of the Council of Australian Art Museum Directors. Colin was previously the Executive Director, Culture and the Arts at the West Australian State Government’s Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, and Director Arts & Business in the UK where he worked with major brands and some of the highest profile arts organisations. In partnership with Pracsys Economics he developed Culture Counts, the most widely used arts quality evaluation system in the UK. He has been on the board of organisations in the health, arts, fashion and higher education sectors.