Support from the Afropolitan Ball helps sustain exhibitions that expand cultural dialogue, education programs serving thousands of students, and opportunities for emerging artists whose work is shaping the contemporary landscape.

Join us for an unforgettable evening built around art, culture, and collective imagination. We look forward to welcoming you.

The MoAD Vanguard Award recognizes an artist whose vision, creative practice and cultural leadership have advanced contemporary art and expanded the global conversation around the African Diaspora. It honors those who have not only created an extraordinary body of work, but have also moved culture forward and opened pathways for future generations.

This year, we will present the MoAD Vanguard Award to Dewey Crumpler, recognizing his lifetime of artistic vision, cultural leadership, teaching, mentorship and enduring influence.

As an ALL VINYL DJ hailing from Oakland California, and living in Los Angeles for the last decade, DJ Jihaari has put a real stamp on the music and art scene. From opening up for Manny Fresh, Patti Smith, Or Kaytranada. To hosting private parties for Tessa Thompson, Lorna Simpson, Amy Sherald, Mark Bradford, David Hammons, and Fab Five Freddy. To being an assistant Music Supervisor for Women of the Movement on ABC. His extensive knowledge of music from the 20’s to the present set him apart from the run of the mill party DJ.

Sponsorship opportunities offer meaningful engagement with MoAD’s vibrant community of artists, collectors, patrons, and cultural leaders. To be included in the printed program, sponsorships must be confirmed by September 15, 2026.

For sponsorships and all other inquiries, please contact:‍
development@moadsf.org‍
(415) 358-7217