Sponsorships – Makers & Shakers Bash 2026

Woman Made Gallery’s annual fundraiser raises funds that help our nonprofit organization carry out its programming and continue to provide opportunities for women artists. This year’s fundraising theme is the Makers & Shakers Bash at Morningstar’s HQ, at 22 W. Washington Street in Chicago. 

Our revenue goals for our 2026 fundraiser is to reach beyond $45,000 from sources that include:

$10,000 in ticket sales
$10,000 in silent auction and other fundraising activities
$25,000 in private and corporate sponsorships

We strive to create a fun and memorable event to keep our community and fervent supporters engaged and acknowledged. The funds raised during the evening will directly benefit Woman Made’s mission, programs and community.

Admission tickets are $95 each or $160 for two for WMG members or $125 each and $200 for two for non-members, in advance or at the door.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities range from $500 to $5,000, with contributions supporting essential gallery needs such as funding exhibitions, programs, special events, operations, and overhead costs. Select the sponsorship level that best aligns with your organization’s corporate giving goals.

Muse – $500

• 2 complimentary tickets to Art & The City
• Recognition: Name listed on WMG’s website and in the event program
• Social media: One dedicated thank-you post across WMG’s social media channels
• Newsletter mention: Inclusion in one pre-event newsletter

Curator – $1,000

• 4 complimentary tickets
• Recognition: Name, logo, and link featured on WMG’s website and in the event program
• Newsletter mentions: Included in two newsletters (pre and post-event)
• Social media: Two dedicated thank-you posts across social channels
• Special perk: Option to host a private gathering for up to 12 guests in the gallery for 2 hours (must be scheduled in advance; food/beverages not included)

Collector – $3000

• 6 complimentary tickets
• Recognition: Premium name/logo placement on event web page, program, and signage
• Newsletter mentions: Featured in three newsletters (2 pre-event, 1 post)
• Social media: Three dedicated mentions (with logo/tag/image)
• Exclusive experience: Private workshop for up to 8 guests at Studio 4040 in Albany Park (e.g., garment dyeing session with studio artist)
• Gallery access: One after-hours private visit to WMG for up to 10 people (2 hours; optional artist-led talk; food/beverage not included)

Visionary – $5000

• 12 complimentary tickets
• Recognition:
  • Yearlong name/logo/link presence on WMG’s website
  • Full-page feature in event program with custom message
  • Verbal thanks at event and custom poster signage at venue
• Newsletter mentions: Highlighted in five newsletters (3 pre, 2 post)
• Social media: Five dedicated mentions, including one Instagram Reel and four custom posts
• Sponsorship: Recognition as a sponsor of a future WMG exhibition with in-gallery signage and social media mentions
• Exclusive event: Private event opportunity for 12 guests during the sponsored exhibit (gallery access for 3 hours; food/beverage not included)

Benefits to all Sponsors

• Tax-deductible donation receipt
• Recognition on Woman Made Gallery’s website

If you simply want to buy tickets, click here!

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To learn more about WMG’s mission and programs:

Thank you for your commitment to supporting women in the arts!

Please contact Astrid Houze de L’Aulnoit at astrid@womanmade.org to discuss sponsorships or for any questions.