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Business Supports the Arts Awards

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Call for Nominations

The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Business Supports the Arts Awards.

These awards recognize businesses and individuals whose support of the arts strengthens our communities and improves quality of life across the region.

Multiple nominations are welcome, including self nominations. Nominees must be aware of the nomination and willing to attend the Business Supports the Arts Awards Luncheon if selected. Nominations close Friday, May 29, 2026.

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Award Categories

Nominations are accepted in the following categories:

Business Supports the Arts Award

Presented to a mid-sized or large business for exemplary giving practices in the arts. This is the most prestigious award and recognizes businesses whose financial support has had a broad and lasting impact on arts and culture throughout the Greater Danbury area.

Arts in the Community Award
Presented to a local small business or entrepreneur whose support of the arts helps build and sustain a vibrant, healthy, and creative community. This award recognizes innovative approaches to using the arts to foster economic development and community connection.

Mary Rindfleisch Heart of the Arts Award
Presented to an outstanding volunteer in recognition of extraordinary commitment and service that nurtures arts and culture and increases quality of life in the community.

Arts Impact Life Award
Presented to a nonprofit or for-profit organization that incorporates the arts in ways that significantly improve the quality of life for the people they serve or do business with.

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About Our Signature Event

Each fall, the Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut invites you to take part in the Business Supports the Arts Awards, our signature fundraiser and a dynamic gathering of leaders across business, government, and the arts.

This is a space for you to stand with those who invest in creativity, strengthen community, and drive cultural vitality across the region. It’s more than a luncheon, it’s an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and lead.

Driving Impact Through Partnership

Spark innovation, economic growth, and belonging
Celebrate bold leadership and cross-sector collaboration
Support initiatives that turn creativity into community impact.
Help ensure the arts remain a powerful force for equity, innovation, and regional vitality.

Experience the Power of Connection

High-impact networking across sectors
Live performances from local talent
Stories of creative leadership
A chance to shape the future of our region

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We welcome partners who believe in the arts as a catalyst for change. Connect with us.

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Past Awardees

Business Supports the Arts Award -CityCenter Danbury, Danbury Fair, Litchfield Distillery, Makery Coworking, Branson Ultrasonics Corporation, Doyle Coffin Architecture, Savings Bank of Danbury, Fairfield County’s Community Foundation, Danbury Hospital and Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra, and Western Connecticut State University.

Arts in the Community Award -The BookSmiths Shoppe, Gary and Susie Singer, Dee Dee Colabella, Bank Street Group, Perry Salvagne Jr., Whip Salon, Bethel Economic Development Office, Steve Zemo, Pizzeria Lauretano, Steven Greenberg, and Two Steps Downtown Grille.

Mary Rindfleisch Heart of the Arts Award -Mini Santosh, Olga Mejia, Anthony DePoto, Diane Dubreuil, Howard Lasser, Allison Stokel, Wayne Leiss, Barbara Manners, and Mary Rindfleisch, honored posthumously.

Arts Impact Life Award - Dominican Community Center, Byrd’s Books, Village Center for the Arts, Harambee Youth Center of Danbury, Hancock Hall

2025 Highlights

Thanks to Our Sponsors

Our journey to celebrating the power of the arts wouldn’t be possible without the unwavering support of our sponsors. Because of you, creativity thrives, communities connect, and the arts continue to inspire and uplift. Thank you for being the driving force behind the magic of the 2025 Business Supports the Arts Awards Luncheon.

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