Support The Works’ Work!

Powering Art, Community, and Creative Expression

For more than four decades, The Works International Visual Arts Society has been a cornerstone of Edmonton’s cultural landscape, presenting world-class visual and public art installations alongside a dynamic summer festival. Each year, the festival brings together artists, designers, and community members to transform Churchill Square and surrounding public spaces into vibrant, inclusive hubs of creativity and connection.

When you donate to The Works, you not only support artists and creative programming, but also receive a range of benefits and recognition opportunities in appreciation of your generosity. Together, we can ensure art and design continue to inspire, engage, and connect people of all ages.

Volunteer Supporters
Individual Donations
Corporate
Pay For Service

Individual Donations

Benefit Levels:

  • • A thank-you letter from The Works' festival team!

    • An official charitable tax receipt for the *eligible portion of your contribution.

  • All items listed at lower tiers, plus:

    • An official Works Art & Design Festival, festival poster.

    • Your name listed on the Works Art & Design Festival website.

  • All items listed at lower tiers, plus:

    • A special edition Works Art & Design Festival t-shirt, exclusive to festival supporters.

    • Two tickets to an exclusive Meet the Artist reception

  • All items listed at lower tiers, plus:

    • A branded ‘The Works’ notebook and sketching pencil.

  • All items listed at lower tiers, plus:

    • A limited edition art print by Dwayne Martineau.

  • Volunteering is also a chance to connect with a vibrant community, working alongside fellow volunteers, artists, curators, staff, and people of all ages and backgrounds. Read More.

Corporate Sponsorship

The Works Art & Design Festival is the largest free outdoor art and design festival in North America. Lasting for 12 full days, The Works kicks off Edmonton’s summer festival season, attracting artists and patrons from around the globe to the main site on Sir Winston Churchill Square, in the heart of Edmonton’s downtown.

The Sir Winston Churchill Square site is home to the festival’s featured exhibits and artists, as well as the Street Stage, featuring live performances from Noon – 9 PM daily, The Works outdoor licensed Patio, volunteer headquarters, art market, food street, family and childrens’ programming, and many special events, receptions, and tours throughout the festival. The Churchill Square site sees an annual audience of over 110,000 people, with up to 34,000 on Canada Day alone.

Supporting The Works Art & Design Festival places your brand at the centre of one of Canada’s most accessible and dynamic festivals, while supporting our key program initiatives

Contribution Level:

  • • A thank-you letter from The Works' festival team!

    • Your company listed on our main festival webpage, tagged in a social media story (Facebook or Instagram), displayed at the Volunteer Headquarters, and included in our Canada Day “Thank You to Our Sponsors” newsletter.

    • Two tickets to an exclusive Meet the Artist reception

    • A live acknowledgment by the Master of Ceremonies from the festival’s Street Stage.

    • An official charitable tax receipt for the *eligible portion of your contribution.

  • All items listed at lower tiers, plus:

    • A custom social media post, published on The Works Art & Design Festival social media, featuring your business and celebrating your support of the festival.

  • All items listed at lower tiers, plus:

    • Ad placement on the Street Stage LED screen (12 days total).

    • The Works Team Package (includes four sets):

    • An official Works Art & Design Festival poster.

    • Special edition Works Art & Design Festival t-shirt, exclusive to festival supporters.

    • A branded ‘The Works’ notebook and sketching pencil.

  • All items listed at lower tiers, plus:

    • A 10’ x 10’ festival booth for one day to highlight your brand, demos, and hands-on experiences.

    • A custom social media reel, published on The Works Art & Design Festival social media, featuring your business and celebrating your support of the festival.

    • The Works Team Package (six additional sets):

    • An official Works Art & Design Festival poster.

    • Special edition Works Art & Design Festival t-shirt, exclusive to festival supporters.

    • A branded ‘The Works’ notebook and sketching pencil.

  • Prominent recognition across festival materials, press releases, and promotional platforms, with prime logo placement, enhanced visibility.

    Contact us to customize your benefits.

Pay-For Services Opportunities

  • $3,000

    Bring your team together for a hands-on art workshop that sparks creativity, collaboration, and connection. Perfect for team building and staff appreciation, these sessions let your group explore visual arts, develop creative thinking, and have fun together. No art experience required.

How to Donate

Option 1: Online
Donate now through CanadaHelps.org

Option 2: Cheque or Money Order
Mail a cheque or money order payable to "The Works" at: The Works, 10635 – 95th St. NW. Edmonton, AB T5H 2C3

Option 3: Over the Phone
Call is at 780.426.2122 ext. 232

Option 4: In-Person
Donations are accepted year-round at the Works Main Office.

*Charitable Receipts: all donations over $40 will receive a charitable receipt that may be applied against income taxes. Remember to include your mailing address and contact name if you wish to receive a receipt for your donation.

*Confidentiality: the Works respects the privacy of all contributors. The Works does not and will not share your contact information with any other organization.