ESTABLISH A NAMED FUND

A Benalla Art Gallery Foundation Named Fund can be established by, or named after, an individual, family, corporation or other group to support the donor(s) or deceased/honourees interest in the Benalla Art Gallery, community or region. A Named Fund is a wonderful way to encourage intergenerational giving or to leave a legacy that will support the future prosperity of Benalla Art Gallery and the community it serves.

You can establish your own Named Fund for as little as $10,000 which can be paid over a five-year period. Larger Named Funds are also welcomed and encouraged.

Donors can remain anonymous or choose their level of involvement and profile. Each year donors will be sent a report to detail the growth in the Named Fund or utilisation for Benalla Art Gallery Foundation nominated projects.

If you would like to hear more about our Named Funds, contact our Foundation Team at donations@bagf.org.au or call our Philanthropy Manager on 0404 846 202.

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Note: our online donations form currently accepts a maximum single transaction of $5,000. Should you wish to donate more, please see the Direct Debit details on the below form, or make separate donations of $5,000 to your chosen amount.

Benalla Art Gallery Foundation Named Funds

  • Neville and Jan Arnott
  • Georgina Burston Family
  • L J Burston
  • Sue and Nick Clark
  • The Coughlin Family
  • Friends of the Benalla Art Gallery
  • Bill and Kerryn Dobson
  • The Jane and Norton Grimwade Family
  • Grubb Family
  • Punarji Hewa Gunaratne
  • The Holmes Family
  • Kirkwood Family
  • Peter and Jill Lloyd – Karn Station
  • Clan McPherson: Winsome McCaughey and Snow Barlow
  • The Messenger Family
  • The Jean Miller Family
  • James and Katherine Murray
  • Robyn and Damon Sutton
  • Sabine and Mike Smyth
  • Fiona and Frank Stephens
  • The Tallis Family

Read more about some of our Named Fund contributors below.

Jonathon Glonek performs during ‘The Ledger Collection’ exhibition displayed within the Ledger Gallery, 2023

Holland Park, Photo provided by Georgina Burston

georgina burston family 

Georgina Burston’s family has farmed and contributed to the Benalla community for generations.

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l j burston 

Loi, with her late husband, Mike, moved to the Benalla region more than 60 years ago from the Riverina in NSW.

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coughlin family 

Supporting the future of the Benalla Art Gallery is something deeply personal for Sheryl Coughlin.

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grubb family 

The Grubb Family Fund was established by Anita Grubb to acknowledge, continue and complement the philanthropy of her parents, Peter and Norma Grubb, and grandparents, Alfred and Coral Grubb.

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Peter Atkins 'Sacred vessels' [detail] 1992, Purchased with the assistance of the Friends of Benalla Art Gallery, 1992. © Image courtesy of the artist and Tolarno Galleries, Melbourne

jane & norton grimwade family 

The Jane and Norton Grimwade Family, along with their two daughters, Amanda and Melissa, share a lifelong commitment to art and community.

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Robert Jacks 'Compelling Vestures' [detail] 1965, synthetic polymer paint on canvas, Gift of the Benalla Apex Club, 1967, 1967.01, Benalla Art Gallery Collection. Copyright Estate of Robert Jacks / Copyright Agency 2022

kirkwood family

The Kirkwood Family Named Fund honours Mary and Fred Kirkwood who were early advocates for a Benalla Art Gallery.

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Percy Lindsay 'Tate's corner, Creswick' c. 1885 - 1952, oil on canvas on board, 24.8 x 31.9 cm [board]; 38.0 x 44.9 cm [frame]. Ledger Gift, 1975. 1975.07. Benalla Art Gallery Collection

sue & nick clark

Sue Clark was born and raised in Benalla, where her lifelong connection to the Benalla Art Gallery was shaped by the influence of her great aunt and uncle, Erma and Laurie Ledger.

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Clement Meadmore 'Delauney’s dilemma' [detail] 1992, bronze, 21.6 x 22.4 x 13.3 cm. Gift of Mr. L. Gordon Darling, 2001. 2001.08. Benalla Art Gallery Collection © Estate of Clement Meadmore

fiona & frank stephens

Frank and Fiona deeply value the resilience of regional communities and recognise the transformative power of philanthropy in driving significant educational and social progress.

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James & Katherine Murray and children

james & katherine murray

James grew up on a farm near Benalla, and his family has maintained a long and proud association with the Benalla Art Gallery.

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messenger family

The Messenger Family Named Fund honours the memory of Philip and Pauline Messenger.

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Damon and Robyn Sutton

robyn and damon sutton

Robyn and her husband Damon remain connected to the North East and are pleased to play a role in the future prosperity of the Gallery and region.

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Friends of Benalla Art Gallery Foundation. Photo supplied by Georgina Burston

friends of the benalla art gallery

For over 50 years, the Friends of the Benalla Art Gallery played a vital role in supporting the Gallery in dedicated fundraising, volunteering, and advocacy.

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Helen OGILBEE The C.Y.S.S. Centre (Benalla) [detail] 1980 oil on canvas, 120.4 x 120.4 cm [canvas]; 123.3 x 123.3 cm [frame] 1982.33 Ledger Gift, 1982 Benalla Art Gallery Collection © Courtesy of the artist

anne pennington

In honour of the memory of Anne Pennington.

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Punarji Gunaratne and Alice Chricton with their children Nangi and Esme

punarji gunaratne and family

Supporting the Benalla Art Gallery is something deeply personal for Punarji Gunaratne and his family.

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Hans HEYSEN Landscape [detail] n.d. watercolour 32.5 x 39.0 cm [image]; 65.5 x 72.5 cm [frame] Ledger Gift, 1975 1975.05 Benalla Art Gallery Collection

midge and jim murray family

This Named Fund was established in honour of Midge and Jim Murray by their children, Robyn Sutton, Jenny Williams, Sue Clark and James Murray.

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