NGC Foundation
The National Gallery of Canada Foundation welcomes visionary philanthropists, art collectors, and corporations from across the country to work with us in support of strategic initiatives at the National Gallery of Canada.
Join us in celebrating and supporting Canada’s visual arts heritage. Learn more about the Foundation and how we help advance art research, promote dynamic national programs, and nurture the growth of the Gallery's collection for future generations.
Be An Art Champion
The Distinguished Patrons of the National Gallery of Canada Foundation represent a dynamic pan-Canadian and international community of philanthropists who share a powerful commitment to our country’s leading visual arts institution. Learn more
The Contemporary Art Patrons program is comprised of a unique group of donors and connoisseurs who help the Gallery’s contemporary collections thrive. Learn more
Canadian Artists in Venice Exhibition Fund raises funds to support the specific artists chosen to represent Canada in the Canada Pavilion at the Biennale. Your gift ensures that Canada’s artists have opportunities at the highest level to share their work on a global stage. Capital naming opportunities at the National Gallery of Canada are available in recognition of major gifts to these initiatives. Learn more
Art connects us – from one generation to the next. A gift in your Will to the National Gallery of Canada Foundation is a meaningful way to share your love of art with future generations. Learn more
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November 21 — 23, 2025
The National Gallery of Canada Foundation invites you to be part of a luminous three-day celebration of art, culture, and philanthropy.
Foundation News

After more than two decades on staff at the National Gallery of Canada, Julie Hodgson became a member of the Foundation’s Legacy Circle — a thoughtful community of supporters who share their intention to leave...
December 9, 2025

For Katerina Atanassova, one painting changed everything.
March 29, 2025

National Gallery of Canada Foundation Distinguished Patron Michael Nesbitt remembers acquiring his first piece of art more than six decades ago.
December 23, 2024
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Tribute to our Donors
The extraordinary generosity of our donors helps build the national collection that we all share and enjoy today.
