OCTOBER 24, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
Celebrate Indigenous creativity while directly
supporting the Heard Museum’s mission.
Kindly direct any questions to Judi Goldfader at jgoldfader@heard.org or 602-251-0245.
HONOREES
David & Weezie Reese
Tony Abeyta (Diné)
CO-CHAIRS
Arlene Ben-Horin
Jeri Y. Ben-Horin
COMMITTEE
Rebecca Ailes-Fine
& Peter Fine
Tony & Melina Astorga
Nadine Mathis Basha
Michael Ben-Horin
Joy & Howard Berlin
Tara & John Coggins
Libby & Joel Cohen
Erika & Russell Dickey
Barbara Gallagher
Marilyn W. Harris
Lisa Shover Kackley
& Jerry Kackley
Sharron Lewis
Patsy Lowry
Mary Ellen McKee &
Dr. Thomas V. McClammy
Jean & Jim Meenaghan
Harry Papp
Jill & Wick Pilcher
Merle & Steve Rosskam
Margo & Frank Walter
Diane Willian
TABLE SPONSORSHIPS & UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES
Moondance provides table sponsors and underwriters, individual and corporate alike,
the chance to “own” a meaningful moment at this signature event while demonstrating
commitment to cultural stewardship and community engagement.
Last updated: 05.19.2026
TICKET BENEFITS
Support without assembling a table.
The fair market value per guest is $300.
*Based on availability, individual tickets may be offered closer to Moondance.
TABLE SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS
Host your own table.
UNDERWRITING BENEFITS
Help ensure our fundraising success, and “own” a meaningful Moondance moment.
100% tax deductible (seats/tickets not included)
YOUR IMPACT
Your support of Moondance makes it possible for the Heard Museum to advance our mission of connecting Indigenous creativity to the world by presenting the voice and vision of American Indian artists.
For 95 years, the Heard Museum has been one of Phoenix’s anchor cultural organizations — an icon for residents and tourists alike.
Ongoing Master Artist Workshops help to sustain knowledge of traditional Native arts across generations.
Family-friendly spaces like the Heardlings Family Activity Room bring exhibitions and collections to life for young visitors.
Our 8-acre campus in Downtown Phoenix serves as a refuge and source of inspiration in the middle of the nation’s fifth largest city.
Creative workshops and special programs for adults 55+ designed to help participants develop their artistic abilities with expert instructors.
The Heard’s annual economic impact across Indian Country exceeds $46M, highlighting our pivotal role in supporting the livelihoods of Indigenous artists.
Guided tours and hands-on activities are provided to school groups without admissions fees. More than half of the tours are provided to Title I schools.
Gala proceeds help to offset the $2 million+ that the Heard invests annually in artists and cultural partners through program fees, shop acquisitions, and more.
Kindly direct any questions to Judi Goldfader at jgoldfader@heard.org or 602-251-0245.
The Heard Museum is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, tax ID # 86-0107517.
2025
Jesse Monongye (1952-2024, Hopi/Navajo)
Sharron Lewis
2024
DY Begay (Diné)
Rose & Harry Papp
2023
Richard Chavez (San Felipe Pueblo)
Bank of America
2022
Dan Namingha (Hopi)
Jill and Wick Pilcher
2021
Denise Wallace (Chugach Sugpiaq/Alutiiq)
Mary Ellen & Bob McKee
2020
Joy Harjo (Muscogee (Creek) Nation)
Betty Van Denburgh
2019
Doug Hyde (Nez Perce/Assiniboine/Chippewa)
Ellen & John Stiteler
2018
Sonwai (Hopi)
Joy & Howard Berlin
2017
N. Scott Momaday
Blue Cross Blue Shield
A Night to Remember
Image: Preston Monongye (Left) and Sharron Lewis (Right)