As the holiday season arrives, we’re reminded that this time of year is about more than festivities and celebration—it’s a moment to reflect on gratitude, compassion, and the many ways we can strengthen our community. We’re incredibly proud to share that our artists have gone above and beyond this season, donating their time, talent, and artwork to a wide range of charitable organizations across Charleston and beyond.
If you are a local charity please feel free to reach out, we'd love to help you and if you need to borrow the gallery for an event, we are happy to host you.
These contributions embody the heart of our gallery: creativity with purpose. Together, our artists supported causes that feed families, uplift veterans, care for animals, enrich the arts, and foster brighter futures for children and students. Here’s a look at the organizations we partnered with this season and the gifts shared.
Feed the Need – Supporting Local Soup Kitchens in Charleston
Feed the Need provides warm meals to local soup kitchens and shelters throughout the Charleston area.
Donation: Brett Scheifflee contributed his piece “Boardwalk,” to help fuel their mission.
Redux Contemporary Art Center – Supporting Local Arts
Redux Contemporary Art Center champions creativity, arts education, and accessible programming.
Donation: Robert Lange and Nathan Durfee both donated works for their fundraising efforts.
Vantage Point Foundation – Supporting Veterans with PTSD
Vantage Point Foundation provides post-9/11 veterans—especially those navigating PTSD—with critical resources and support.
Donation: Megan Aline contributed a painting to benefit their programs.
We Heart Charleston (American Heart Association) – Heart Health Advocacy
We Heart Charleston works with the American Heart Association to promote cardiovascular health across the Lowcountry.
Donation: June Stratton donated her beautiful piece “Hat,” supporting vital heart-health initiatives.
SPCA – Caring for Cats & Dogs
The SPCA continues its essential work caring for and rehoming animals in need.
Donation: The gallery supported their efforts with a charitable contribution.
American Cancer Society – Cancer Research & Patient Support
The American Cancer Society funds life-saving research and supports patients and families affected by cancer.
Donation: Megan Aline donated artwork to help advance their mission and our artist Barbara Kacicek passed away this year and her daughter donated two of her works in her name.
Big Brothers Big Sisters – Mentorship & Youth Empowerment
Big Brothers Big Sisters provides mentorship programs that help children build confidence, resilience, and brighter futures.
Donation: Mia Bergeron donated a piece to support their youth-driven programs.
Public Works – In Partnership with Beeple Studios
Public Works provides a create space for artists and art lovers to go and recharge. The event, hosted by Beeple Studios will be December 13 as part of Charleston Art Night.
Donation: Robert Lange and Megan Aline donated a piece to support their community-driven programs.
Our Ongoing Commitment to Giving
Beyond seasonal contributions, the gallery maintains a strong year-round commitment to philanthropy. We donate the space often to local nonprofits and just businesses we love. Annually, we donate upwards of $30,000 (mostly as paintings) to charitable organizations, community programs, and local initiatives.
This includes meaningful support for emerging artists through our Karen Jurick Scholarship Fund, which helps fund a College of Charleston student participating in the annual Young Contemporaries exhibition. Supporting the next generation of artists remains one of our most cherished traditions.
Ok, I think I've gushed enough for one blog post but I'm just so proud of everyone for being so willing to donate their talents.
A Season of Art, Heart, and Community
We are deeply grateful to our generous artists and partners who helped make this season a shining example of how creativity can drive real change. Their contributions remind us that art doesn’t just inspire—it empowers, uplifts, and transforms.
Thank you to everyone who supports these causes, our artists, and the gallery. Together, we’re building a community where art and generosity go hand in hand.
Here’s to a season—and a new year—filled with connection, compassion, and creative impact.
