Become a Friend
When you become a member of the Friends, you are connecting with people who actively support the arts on the Coffs Coast. As a member, you’ll receive invitations to free and discounted cultural events. You will also be contributing to the ongoing development of the gallery’s permanent collection for all to enjoy. Choose from the membership options below.
Individual
Adults: $28 per year
Students & Concession: $20 per year
You can join as an individual and share your love of art with like minded friends.
Family
$60 per year
We encourage you to share your love of art with the entire family. Family membership includes up to five named members but events open to the whole clan.
Corporate
$150 per year
The perfect way to demonstrate your company's support for our community. Corporate sponsorship includes up to five named members and the right to call your business a Friend of the Gallery.
Sponsor an Event
Your business can contribute directly to a more vibrant arts community by becoming an event sponsor. Our events give you the opportunity to strengthen your connections on the Coffs Coast and benefit from the marketing exposure of your brand.
The Friends’ gala fundraising events features prominent speakers in the arts to engage and inspire our community. In May 2023 the Friends presented 2022 Archibald Winner and First Nations activist Blak Douglas.
In previous years we’ve had famous Archibald Winners Wendy Sharpe and Ben Quilty provide inspiration. In 2018 MONA’s Leigh Carmichael joined us and in 2017 we welcomed ABC’s James Valentine. Every event has attracted large audiences, secured extensive media coverage and raised funds for the gallery’s collection.
During the year your business could also partner the Friends in hosting special gallery events. Whether it’s morning tea or evening drinks, these events attract people from across the community to enjoy stimulating talks and exhibitions, while networking in the creative surrounds of the gallery.
To discuss the sponsorship opportunities for your business please email us at thefriendschrg@gmail.com
Make a donation
We rely on the generous support of others to help us build our regional gallery’s collection and share cultural events with the community. We are always thankful for any financial support possible. Donations can be in the form of bequests, one-time cash donations and gifts of artwork or collections. Please email us at thefriendschrg@gmail.com or contact us via our socials.