2025 Foundation Advisors Dinner
The ThirdFire Foundation hosted its inaugural Foundation Advisors Dinner, bringing together artists, advisors, and supporters for an evening centered on community, creativity, and shared purpose. Guests enjoyed a handcrafted dining experience featuring custom ceramic work from participating artists.
The group also contributed ideas and insights that will guide ThirdFire’s growth and grantmaking initiatives in 2026. The event marked an important milestone in building a supportive network for emerging Southern artists.
To learn more about upcoming events or how to get involved, visit www.thirdfire.org/get-involved.
Join Clay It Forward
& Make an Ongoing Impact
As a member of ThirdFire’s Clay It Forward, you are providing an important support base for the foundation’s ongoing activities. Receive early access to ThirdFire themed events.
Donate at least $25 per month and receive:
Early Access to Events
First dibs on tickets for quarterly dinners
24–48 hour early RSVP window
Option for “member tables” at select events
Collectible Pieces
Annual Gift: A once-a-year small ceramic item made by one of the featured artists (e.g. Ornament, Spoon rest, small dish, mini vase)
Access to Limited-Run Pieces: when an artist has a small batch of extras (test bowls, alternate glazes, prototypes), members get first chance to buy
Member-only flash sale: once per year with curated artists
Clay It Forward-Only Updates
Quarterly email with first look at grant recipients, stories, and new artists
Sneak peek of upcoming dinner themes
Exclusive videos or short artist interviews
Name Recognition at Dinners and in Programs
Listed on the website as a Clay It Forward supporter
Invite and special mention at the annual Foundation Advisors Dinner
Annual “Kiln Opening” Experience
· Attend a kiln unloading session once a year
Exclusive Raffle or Drawing: Once a year, Clay It Forward members are entered into a drawing for:
A premium ceramic piece
A dinner-for-two ticket
A private pottery session