MEDIA PARTNER
OCTOBER 14, 2026 ✦ 6:00–9:00 PM
THE MINT MUSEUM UPTOWN, CHARLOTTE
Join us in supporting The Arts Empowerment Project through our online silent auction. Browse unique experiences, exclusive artwork, and more—all while helping empower young people through the arts.
Get a sneak peek at this LIVE auction exclusive – A Charlotte Ballet holiday experience for four, including:
🥐 A special Nutcracker Breakfast on December 16, 2026
🩰 An opportunity to observe a morning company class
🎭 Four tickets to Charlotte Ballet’s Nutcracker performance
The winning bidder may choose between:
December 13, 2026 at 2 PM
or December 22, 2026 at 2 PM
An exclusive opportunity to explore the art of custom gown design with Daniel Gonzalez!
Enjoy a personalized experience centered on craftsmanship and your unique style.
*The cost of the finished gown is not included. Fall 2027 delivery.
Get a sneak peek at this LIVE auction exclusive
– An expressive, one-of-a-kind
abstract artwork
blending rich color, texture, and movement.
Created collaboratively
by Charlotte artist Trudi Norris and TAEP Founder & CEO Natalie Frazier Allen.
A collection of four professionally matted,
10” × 10” floral photographs by Nicole DiVito
of The Blooming Collector, LLC.
Perfect for a gallery wall or elegant individual displays.
Unframed.
One-year Champion membership
with admission for two primary members and up to four guests.
Includes VIP events, exclusive exhibition previews,
reciprocal museum access, and member discounts.
A one-year family membership to the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture.
Enjoy inspiring exhibitions, cultural programming, and opportunities to explore art and history together.
SHINE is more than a fundraiser; it’s a celebration of resilience, creativity, and community. Together, we’ll uplift the voices of young people and honor those who make this transformative work possible.
