Rochester, NY — [May 3rd 2025]
The Dogra Art Foundation was proud to serve as a sponsor of the MAG Gala 2025, held at the Memorial Art Gallery to honor the outstanding contributions of Deborah Ronnen and Sanford Briggs to the arts and cultural life of the region.
This year’s gala celebrated not only the honorees but also the power of partnerships in shaping inclusive and dynamic cultural landscapes. The Dogra Art Foundation’s sponsorship reflects its ongoing mission to promote South Asian art and cross-cultural dialogue within premier American institutions.
We were honored to be joined at our table by distinguished guests:
Senator Jeremy Cooney and his wife, Diane
Tom Warfield, Director of Dance at Rochester Institute of Technology
Dr. Sujatha Ramanujan, Director of Luminate
Their presence underscored the shared commitment to advancing cultural understanding and supporting artistic innovation.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Sarah Jesse, Director of the Memorial Art Gallery, and Jamie Beers, Director of Advancement at MAG, for their continued support of the Dogra Art Foundation and its vision.
“This gala was not only a celebration, but a reminder of the important role art plays in bridging traditions, institutions, and communities,” said Dr. Vikram Dogra, founder of the Dogra Art Foundation.