2026 Gala + Auction

In Honor of Artist Alison Saar  
and SJMA Visionary Award Honoree Adobe Foundation

Saturday, April 25, 5:30pm–midnight

Art + Cocktails • Dinner + Auction • Music + Dancing 

Sponsorship opportunities

Your 2026 Gala + Auction contribution will support the San José Museum of Art's mission to nurture empathy and connection by engaging communities with socially relevant contemporary art.

 

Luminary | $50,000 — Limited Availability

Tax deductible contribution of $47,500  

  • Premiere (front row) Gala + Auction table for 10 guests with VIP champagne + wine service
  • After-Party tickets for 10 additional guests
  • Private viewing of the Auction Gallery with champagne for up to 20 guests, April 18–24
  • Use of SJMA for one private/corporate event at cost (subject to availability; to be held prior to March 31, 2027)
  • Prominent recognition on the printed event invitation, auction brochure and printed program, the 2026 Gala + Auction web page, and on social media (if committed by December 15, 2026)
  • Private tour and reception with SJMA's New Oshman Director and Chief Executive Officer

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Champion | $25,000

Tax deductible contribution of $22,500   

  • Preferred Gala + Auction table for 10 guests
  • After-Party tickets for 8 additional guests
  • Private viewing of the Auction Gallery with champagne for up to 15 guests, April 18–24
  • Prominent recognition on the printed event invitation, auction brochure and printed program, the 2026 Gala + Auction web page, and on social media (if committed by December 15, 2026)

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Benefactor | $10,000

Tax deductible contribution of $7,500

  • Gala + Auction table for 10 guests
  • After-Party tickets for 5 additional guests
  • Private viewing of the Auction Gallery with champagne for up to 5 guests, April 18–24
  • Recognition on the printed event invitation, auction brochure and printed program, and on the 2026 Gala + Auction web page (if committed by December 15, 2026)

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Make a Contribution

Can't attend the 2026 Gala + Auction but still want to support SJMA?  

Consider sponsoring a table or ticket so that one of our partner artists can attend, or make a donation to our 2026 Paddle Raise. Your generous contribution is 100% tax deductible and will be recognized on the event webpage, in the printed invitation, the auction brochure and printed program, and across SJMA’s social media channels (if committed by December 15, 2026). 

Make a Contribution

All proceeds from the 2026 Gala + Auction directly support the Museum’s celebrated exhibitions and its vital role as the largest provider of arts education in Santa Clara County.

 

Thank you for helping us make art accessible and inspiring for all 

If you would like more information or to discuss a contribution, please contact Development Operations + Grants Manager Natalie Sánchez Lewin at nsanchez@sjmusart.org or 408.291.5377. 

The Museum’s Tax ID is 23-7062028.