06/02/2026
Please join us in welcoming Madeline Gent as the new Development Director of the DSA Friends Foundation, beginning June 29!
Madeline joins the Foundation from the Associated Artists of Pittsburgh, one of the oldest artist-serving nonprofits in the country, where she spent more than eight years championing artists, growing membership, establishing innovative fundraising programs and helping secure a new home for the organization’s programming.
Her impressive background also includes roles with the Smithsonian, the University of Maryland Art Gallery and Johns Hopkins University, bringing a wealth of experience in arts leadership, community engagement and nonprofit development.
We are thrilled to welcome Madeline to the DSA community and look forward to the passion, creativity and vision she will bring as we continue supporting the next generation of student artists.
05/16/2026
The DSA Brilliance Gala is finally here! ✨
We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone this evening at the Leprino Family Atrium at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science beginning at 6:30 PM!
Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with incredible student performances, inspiring moments, amazing auction items, delicious food and drinks, and a whole lot of DSA creativity and community.
A special thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, community members and DSA families whose generosity, time, and support have made this incredible evening possible. We truly could not do it without you!
See you soon!
05/15/2026
We are excited to celebrate another Sparkle Sponsorship for the DSA Brilliance Gala! ✨
A heartfelt thank you to The Rosenbaum Family for helping make this unforgettable evening and its impact possible. Your generosity directly supports student performances, scholarship opportunities, and the vibrant creative community that makes DSA so special.
We are so grateful for your support of Denver School of the Arts students and the future of arts education.
05/14/2026
We are excited to celebrate another Shine Sponsorship for the DSA Brilliance Gala! ✨
A heartfelt thank you to Sarah Baie & Dave Krahling, proud parents of an 11th Grade VCA Filmmaker Major, along with U.S. Bank, for helping make this unforgettable evening and its impact possible.
Your generosity directly supports student performances, scholarship opportunities, and the vibrant creative community that makes DSA so special. We are so grateful for your support of Denver School of the Arts students and the future of arts education.
05/13/2026
We are excited to celebrate another Shine Sponsorship for the DSA Brilliance Gala! ✨
Special thanks to Tiffany Spector of True Boutique, proud parent of an 8th Grade Creative Writing Major, and Daniel Strawn of RealGroup, proud parent of a 6th Grade Dance Major, for helping make this event and its impact possible.
Your generosity directly supports student performances, scholarship opportunities, and the vibrant creative community that makes DSA so special.
There’s still time to be part of this unforgettable evening.
🔗 Visit dsafriends.org/events to claim your sponsorship today.
05/12/2026
A Shine Sponsorship for the DSA Brilliance Gala has officially been claimed! ✨
A heartfelt thank you to Meg Hott, James Palmer, and Katherine & Scott Palmer — proud parents and relatives of a 7th Grade Visual Arts Major — for supporting the future of arts education through your generous sponsorship.
Your support helps elevate student performances, expand scholarship opportunities, and create transformative experiences for DSA students every day.
05/11/2026
We are excited to celebrate another Shine Sponsorship for the DSA Brilliance Gala! ✨
Special thanks to Lowry Orthodontics, proud supporters of many DSA students across multiple majors, and Joanne Chang of Brave Life Acupuncture, proud parent of a 6th Grade Theatre Major, for helping make this event and its impact possible.
Your generosity directly supports student performances, scholarship opportunities, and the vibrant creative community that makes DSA so special.
There’s still time to be part of this unforgettable evening.
🔗 Visit dsafriends.org/events to claim your sponsorship today.
05/09/2026
Another Shine Sponsorship has been claimed for the DSA Brilliance Gala! ✨
Thank you to Caron Blanke & Dirk Bird proud parents of a 9th grade Theatre Major and Stephanie & Travis Berry, for investing in the incredible student artists of DSA.
Because of supporters like you, DSA students continue to thrive through unforgettable performances, expanded scholarships, and transformative arts experiences.
Interested in supporting the next generation of artists?
🔗 Visit dsafriends.org/events to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
05/08/2026
We are excited to celebrate another Shine Sponsorship for the DSA Brilliance Gala! ✨
Special thanks to Mary Dohrmann of The Rose Institute, proud parent of a 9th Grade Vocal Major, and Margarita Gonzalez & Fabio Ospino of Minidwell, proud parents of a 9th Grade Stagecraft & Design Major, for helping make this event and its impact possible.
Your generosity directly supports student performances, scholarship opportunities, and the vibrant creative community that makes DSA so special.
There’s still time to be part of this unforgettable evening.
🔗 Visit dsafriends.org/events to claim your sponsorship today.