Annual Appeal

Put a Smile on a Child’s Face!


Grow up to be creative!
That is the goal for our youth programs at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. Through the WAG, thousands of young Winnipeggers and Manitobans have the opportunity to explore art, culture, and life while creating their own masterpieces.

As a parent and the Director at the WAG, I have seen the impact creativity has on youth. When a child has access to a vibrant, safe, and educational place to share and to learn artistically, they become inspired and engaged. They are better able to express themselves and reach out to the world around them.

You can make a positive difference for Manitoba’s youth by donating to the Annual Appeal and direct your donation to youth programs, or one of our other areas of need.

The Gift of Experience
Our Sign for Art program lit up the eyes of young Mohammad (above), a student at the Manitoba School for the Deaf, because he was able to express himself through art. I saw the same spark in my son’s eyes as he told me stories about his day at the Summer Art Camp this year. We want all children in our community to have these opportunities and we want them to get their families excited about art, but we need your support to help further our out-reach efforts.

The Gift of Education
For schools, and for youth of all ages, the WAG has programs that focus on both the art and the making of art. Exciting exhibitions like the upcoming American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell provide an exceptional opportunity to create dynamic programs that engage the whole family. Your support can bring more schools and students to visit the WAG to learn about the stories behind the art.

The Gift of Art
Art should be accessible to everyone. This is why we are asking you to support one of our areas of giving like youth programs. With your donation you help us fulfill the WAG’s mission to enrich culture in our community.

Just imagine what your donation can do!

  • $50 provides five families admission to Family Sunday.
  • $100 provides a school membership for one school.
  • $200 provides a school tour for 40 youth.
  • $350 sends two children to art camp.

We encourage you to put a smile on a child’s face and make a donation to one of our important areas of giving. In appreciation of your gift, you will receive a magnet with a touching image from our collection by Winnipeg artist Shaun Morin.

We know that your donation, no matter the size, will have an impact on someone’s future. Please donate today through one of five easy ways of giving: by mailing the enclosed donation form, online at wag.ca, by phone at 204.789.1764, by fax at 204.788.4998, or in person at the Front Desk.

Thank you for making a difference!


Stephen Borys, PhD, MBA
Director