Calder and Lawson support community arts

Calder & Lawson Tours has renewed its $100,000 sponsorship of the Calder & Lawson Gallery in the Academy of Performing Arts

Calder & Lawson Tours director Alastair Calder, who’s also chairman of the University of Waikato Foundation, says the University and Calder & Lawson have had a long association and the renewal of the sponsorship agreement is of mutual benefit.

Sixteen years ago Calder & Lawson purchased the University’s Continuing Education tour programme, expanded it, and now operates these tours under the Calder & Lawson Tours brand.  The tours, which go to many parts of the world, are focused on the 55-plus market.  They all still have some form of educational component and as part of the sponsorship arrangement are endorsed by the University.

“So it was a natural fit for us to support the gallery again,” says Alastair. “We firmly believe the University is a key part of our community and our brand also fits well with the different events and exhibitions that are held there throughout the year.  The Academy is an excellent example of a partnership between the University, the City Council and the community.  As an organisation, Calder & Lawson is also committed to supporting the arts in our community.”