Support
As a not-for-profit cultural organisation, PICA believes that contemporary artists are the trailblazers, innovators and change-makers that give us a glimpse of what is possible. In acknowledgement of this, we work hard to make contemporary arts experiences accessible and engaging to diverse communities, while championing radical new art practices and embracing challenging subject matter that fosters awareness and understanding.
To do all of this, we need the support of individuals like you who share our values, our sense of adventure and our desire to create career-defining moments for artists and life-enhancing experiences for audiences.
When you donate to PICA you are putting your appreciation of art and artists, and your belief in their positive impact on people and communities, into action. Becoming a PICA Donor is a simple yet powerful way to express your support for contemporary art and keep PICA free for everyone.
Put your feelings into action and help us define how the contemporary arts are created, supported, experienced and valued. Gifts of every size make a difference and donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.
Donor Program
Under $1,250
Instant Philanthropy
Put simply, philanthropy means “love of humanity”. If you believe art benefits us all and should be freely available to everyone, give what you can and become an Instant Philanthropist.
Every dollar makes a difference and any amount over $2 is tax deductible.
Donors who give $100 or more are acknowledged on the PICA website.
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Over $1,250
Annual Giving
Join PICA’s award winning annual giving program as an ART1000 Donor ($1,250), Art Ambassador ($2,500), or Director’s Circle Donor ($5,500). Direct your donation to one of our vital program areas, see the outcomes of your support and be kept up to date on your impact.
- Art 1000 – Donations support PICA’s annual Hatched: National Graduate Show and grow PICA’s Creative Learning program, specifically free educational activities and tours.
- Art Ambassadors – Donations support PICA’s Studio and Creative Development Programs and enjoy a stronger connection with others through their love for contemporary arts.
- Director’s Circle – Donations support new programming led by PICA’s Director/CEO to create artistic opportunities and experiment with creative ideas.
Over $10,500
Art Commissioners
Multi-year investments in our Art Commissioners program enable us to commit to long-range engagement with artists and nurture them every step of the way – from first concept to final presentation.
Through this critical support, artists can take the next big leap in their practice and bring their most ambitious ideas to life.
Art Commissioners donate $10,500 or more per year over three years and closely follow their supported projects, forming personal connections with commissioned artists.
For further information or to pledge your support, please contact our Development Manager at philanthropy@pica.org.au or on (08) 9228 6306.
Current Donors
Thank you to all our donors
Legacy Gifts
Pays homage to PICA’s heritage building and the communities who collaborate, explore and create here.
Simpson Family for the Judy Wheeler Commission
Bequests
Are enduring gift that celebrates contemporary artists as trailblazers, innovators and change-makers.
Griselda Hitchcock, Estate of Shelagh Wakely, artist
Art Commissioners $10,500+
Make it possible for PICA to create career-defining moments for artists and life-enhancing experiences for audiences.
Mark Clapham and Dr Andrew Mulcahy
Marco D’Orsogna and Terry Scott
Frédéric and Capucine Flipo
Theo and Sia Kailis
Darryl Mack and Helen Taylor Mack
David and Jenny Martin
The Ungar Family Foundation
Director’s Circle $5,500+
Champion PICA’s cutting-edge programs that challenge mainstream ideologies and advance Australia’s cultural landscapes and conversations.
Di Bain and John Poynton
Paul and Didi Downie
Wesfarmers Arts
Art Ambassadors $2,500+
Enable PICA’s Studio and Creative Development Programs, affording artists the time and opportunity to nurture their artistic practices and careers.
Zelinda Bafile
Bux Charitable Foundation
Desi and Marcus Canning AM
Robyn Glindemann
Stefan Hetzel
Amanda and Justin Mannolini
Helen Nicholas
Mariana Eleni Simeon
sweet pea
Courtney Talbot
Anonymous (1)
Art 1000 $1,250+
Support PICA’s annual Hatched: National Graduate Show and Creative Learning Programs, providing emerging artists and students with meaningful engagement and career pathways in the arts.
Sarkis Akopov and Karine Turkmenian
Peter and Stella Blaxell
Noor Blumer, Blumer Lawyers
Greer Bradbury
James Brown and Kim Mercer
Naomi Button
Georgia Carter
Laura Cassie
Susanna Castleden
Joe Chindarsi and Andy Patrick
Tony Chong
Mark Coughlan
Marisa D’Orsogna
Penelope Eagle
Dane Etheridge and Brooke Fowles
Don Fini
Paul and Susanne Finn
Kelly Fliedner
Elizabeth Fong
Minali Gamage
Warwick Hemsley AO
Annabel and Matthew Keogh
Janet and Rob Kirkby
Waldemar Kolbusz
The Honourable Dr Andrew Lu AM and Dr Geoffrey Lancaster AO
Hilary Macdonald
Jo Malone and Michael Malone OAM
Allan Miles and Steven Shadwell
Rebecca and Gary O’Brien
Willy and Mimi Packer
Kate Parker
Katie Porter
Jamie Price and Gillian Gallagher
Richard Prunster
Linda and Andy Robb
Christian Schoene
Kristin Schultz and Mark Parfitt
Richard Stone
Sutherland Crisp
Phil Thick and Paula Rogers
Anne Tunnecliffe
Martina Ucnikova and Gordon Davies
Melvin Yeo and Brigette Sheen
Instant Philanthropists $100–$1,249
Every dollar helps PICA to foster the development of and engagement with contemporary arts and ideas.
Alana Culverhouse
Peter Kift
Anonymous (1)
Donate-a-seat $100+
Helps refurbish the notoriously uncomfortable seating in PICA’s Performance Space and supports daring and bold performance artists to engage and inspire audiences.
Austral Fisheries
James Brown
Georgia Carter
Mark Clapham
Marco D’Orsogna and Terry Scott
Mark Ellis
Kelly Fliedner
Minali Gamage
Jillian Gill
Tarryn Gill
Robyn Glindemann
David Geoffrey Hall
Hawker Watts Pty Ltd
Hesperia
HHG Legal Group
Humich Family
Hunt Architects
Zoé Lenard and Hamish Milne
David and Jenny Martin
pvi collective
The Rechabite
Bella Snell
John Snell
Mike Snell
Ted Snell and Mary Moore
Richard Stone and Meleta Jones
sweet pea
Tim and Chris Ungar
Melvin Yeo and Brigette Sheen
July 2023
Donors are updated annually
Partners
PICA offers unique opportunities for partners to engage with new audiences and demonstrate your corporate values in a different way. By becoming a PICA Partner, your company will be aligned with Perth’s leading contemporary arts organisation that is a key figure on the national arts’ landscape. Your corporate values can be aligned with cutting-edge programs and performances, PICA’s Studio and Creative Development Programs, Creative Learning Programs, public programming and events, and life-enhancing experiences for audiences.
With access to PICA’s striking heritage building, partners will receive packages tailored to their organisational and strategic goals.
We invite you to join with us and make a positive impact in arts and culture by becoming a PICA Partner.
For more information, contact Anne Tunnecliffe, Development Manager on philanthropy@pica.org.au or 08 9228 6306.
Kambarang/Birak Season Partners
The Judy Wheeler Commission is supported by the Simpson Family.
Champions
Marco D’Orsogna
Commissioners Champion
“Being involved in the Commissioning Fund has been a truly rewarding experience. For me, helping to provide the means to access the essential tools and people for the development of a creative work and then witnessing the result, is exceptionally gratifying. I love the fact that PICA pushes creative boundaries and the result is always surprising, poignant and thoroughly entertaining.”
Minali Gamage
Art1000 Champion
“I remember the very moment I knew I wanted to give to PICA and be a part of its journey… It was during a conversation I had with PICA’s Philanthropy Manager where she talked me through all that PICA does with contemporary artists, over what can sometimes be many years, to nurture and support them as they hone their practice and develop as artists and, importantly, as people. This ‘quiet and steady’ approach leading to a relationship with an artist of depth and longevity captivated me and I knew I wanted in.”