BCAH Hearts of Gold Gala Returns this Fall for 50th Anniversary Celebration

Creative Arts Fundraiser Breaks the Mold for Philanthropic Events

By Missy Ruzicka

This September brings the much-anticipated Broomfield Council on the Arts and Humanities (BCAH) 2nd annual Gala, Hearts of Gold Gala, celebrating 50 years of service to the Broomfield community supporting local artists and providing residents with entertaining and intriguing experiences.

In 1973, local community leaders founded BCAH and the City Council approved it as Broomfield’s official non-profit arts organization. In the 50 years since BCAH has presented and supported arts, cultural, and science programs for all ages by devoting its energy to the cultivation and sustainability of arts and culture in Broomfield and the surrounding area.

BCAH Executive Director Keri Dillingham said, “Creativity is essential to a well-balanced life, and we want to make sure Broomfield is an enriching place to work, play, and visit. We want residents to be educated and entertained right where they live!” There are BCAH programs designed for every age group, from babies up to senior citizens and 90% of BCAH programs are free. In 2022, BCAH provided programming for more than 10,000 seniors and families and more than 20,000 students.

The BCAH staff presents 13-15 annual events like the Broomfield Days Poster Contest, free mobile creation stations at local events, and the Summer Sunday Festivals at the Brunner house every summer. In addition, BCAH’s program directors present 40+ events, workshops, and sessions per year including chamber choir, community players, film projects, and storytellers. BCAH also supports another 60+ events through marketing and technological services such as; Brunner Farmhouse and Gardens, Chadish Contemporary Dance Movement, and Broomfield Sister Cities, just to name a few.

All these wonderful events and programs are offered thanks to the generosity of donors, sponsors, the grant community, and BCAH’s invaluable volunteers. All types of support make a difference not just to BCAH as a non-profit but to the entire Broomfield community. By sponsoring, donating, or purchasing a ticket for the Gala event, guests are helping the council reach its funding goals to hire more staff and continue to expand diverse programming.

This year’s Gala will be held on Friday, September 8 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Establishment. Following last year’s immersive groundbreaking inaugural event, the Gala promises a unique and decadent evening with an array of live performances, traditional and non-traditional gala games, and a silent auction. This is NOT your normal non-profit event!

Gala attendees will be treated to the much-anticipated creative immersion room created by local artists and referred from Meow Wolf Denver and Understudy Gallery, which promises a one-of-a-kind experience. Dress is ‘creative black-tie,’ which can include but is not limited to high fashion from any era, suits, costumes, or creative accents. Ticket price is $99 per guest ($77 for early registration), and attendees will be served heavy hors d’oeuvres, desserts, a signature cocktail, and enjoy beer and wine bars. A colorful, creative night is planned and with a one-of-a kind experience not to be missed!

To learn more or buy tickets, visit www.artsinbroomfield.org.