It was an inspiring evening at our 2026 Gala, “Renaissance on the River”, held at the National Museum of Industrial History in May. Together, attendees celebrated the creativity, community, and spirit that define Charter Arts.
The evening advanced the Charter Arts Foundation’s mission to support the welfare and educational interests of the school. This year’s theme embraced Bethlehem’s SouthSide—a place shaped by a proud industrial past and now alive with creativity. With a light nod to this legacy, the evening highlighted an ongoing transformation—one reflected in the work of the talented young artists at Charter Arts, who continue to reimagine and redefine the future.
The Foundation is deeply grateful to all who supported the event—guests, volunteers, performers, donors and sponsors, including the event’s lead “Foundry Visionary Sponsor”, Stellar Advisor
Guests enjoyed a curated menu by Karen Hunter, student and alumni performances, and an elegant, art-filled atmosphere, ending the night on the dance floor with “The Last Thursday Band” featuring Chet Brown.
Over 20 individual and business sponsorships helped to shape the event !
Thank you to our 2026 Gala Sponsors!
FOUNDRY VISIONARY SPONSOR
Stellar Advisor
FORGE SPONSORS
Fitzpatrick, Lentz & Bubba, P.C.
Herron Funeral Home
ARTISAN SPONSORS:
Adams Outdoor Advertising
MSM Wealth Management
ENSEMBLE SPONSORS
Rob & Shelli Brooks
Kingdom Care Sitters
Peoples Security Bank & Trust Company
Diane LaBelle & Norman Girardot
Palmeri School Bus and Easton Coach Company
Cornerstone Consulting Engineers & Design Services
Wind Creek Bethlehem
John Sterling Ruth Studio
WINE SPONSOR
Kathleen & Chris Cree
ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR
AmericaVen
DESSERT AND COFFEE SPONSOR
Mek-Tek HVAC
SPOTLIGHT SPONSORS
Pinnacle 7
Dr. Christina & Patrick Lincoln
COMMUNITY SPONSORS
Buckno Lisicky and Company
Alera Group
MMZ Foundation
Gallagher Benefits Services
COMRADES OF CHARTER ARTS
Billitier Electric
Gilboy Ford
Phoebe Florist
St. Luke’s University Health Network- The Isaacman Family Children’s ERC