The Carver Museum Centennial Legacy Gala, “100 Years Forward"

About this event

Our biggest night of the year! The Carver's Centennial 100 Years Forward Gala

DINNER & DRINKS | LIVE AND SILENT AUCTION | ENTERTAINMENT

Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 6 PM

George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center 415 E. Grant Street Phoenix, AZ 85004

Join us for our biggest fundraising event of the year to benefit the Carver Museum and Cultural Center (The Carver) and, through it, the wider Phoenix and Arizona community. Rooted in the museum and cultural center's mission to honor and share Arizona’s African American heritage, arts, and culture, proceeds from the event will support exhibitions, educational programs, cultural events, and the ongoing preservation of the historic Carver campus and its collections.

This work directly strengthens the institution’s staff, programs, and facilities while enriching the lives of residents, young people, students, tourists, artists, families, and organizations that engage with The Carver’s history, creative work, and community resources and services. Your support will truly make a difference.

Because of friends like you, we are advancing as a crucial center of gravity in the African American community and beyond, equipping people with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to improve their lives. Let us celebrate the lives and community that The Carver has grounded and uplifted. Let us advance our mission "100 Years Forward!"

Sponsorship Opportunities

Join Us — Opportunities Are Limited

The George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center is honored to celebrate its 2026 Centennial with the “100 Years Forward” Gala on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at The Carver. This landmark event will commemorate a century of preserving, honoring, and uplifting African American history and culture in Arizona.

Sponsorships Are Going Fast

Our Centennial Gala sponsorship opportunities offer organizations a meaningful way to support The Carver’s mission while receiving visibility and recognition throughout the event. We invite businesses, nonprofits, and community partners to review our 2026 “100 Years Forward” Gala sponsorship package and consider how they might join us in advancing this important work.

If your organization is interested in sponsoring the gala or learning more about sponsorship levels and benefits, please contact us to discuss the best fit for your goals and community impact. Sponsorships are limited, and we encourage you to reach out soon to ensure your organization has a prominent seat at the table for this historic celebration.

Why Your Sponsorship Matters

• Provides visibility and recognition for your organization at a high-profile Centennial event, connecting you with civic, business, and community leaders.

• 100% of proceeds benefit The Carver, funding educational programs, exhibits, and community initiatives that engage youth, families, and educators with culturally relevant learning experiences. This funding also supports maintaining and activating a historic Black landmark, transforming The Carver into a vibrant hub for arts, culture, and community dialogue.

• Advances The Carver’s mission to preserve, honor, and uplift African American history and culture in Arizona, ensuring these stories are told for generations to come.

• Amplifies local Black artists, scholars, and storytellers by providing a platform for performances, lectures, and creative expression.

• Strengthens community resilience and belonging by creating spaces where diverse communities can come together, learn, and celebrate.

Helps secure The Carver’s next 100 years by investing in its sustainability, capacity-building, and long-term vision for growth.

"100 Years Forward" Gala Sponsorship Package

Individual Tickets Sales

Tickets are available through Eventbrite: The Carver’s Centennial “100 Years Forward” Gala

Thank you for supporting The Carver and helping us move “100 Years Forward” together.

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From The Carver Museum and Cultural Center