The Stained Glass Association of America Foundation (SGAAF), integrates the national work of the SGAA into the fabric of our local communities. By introducing innovative glass-making techniques and fostering educational initiatives, we aim to transcend traditional boundaries, making stained glass accessible to everyone. Through curated lectures from designers, stained glass-making workshops, and scholarships, the Foundation endeavors to educate and inspire creativity into a new generation of tradespeople and craftspeople.
With curated lectures from designers, in our stained glass-making workshops, and with the help of our scholarships, the Stained Glass Foundation works to empower the mentors and artisans of today, lighting the way for a new generation of tradespeople and makers in our craft!
The SGAAF is headquartered in Buffalo, NY.
SGAAF Scholarships support:
- Academic research, conservation studies, emerging and established artists, and accessibility to glass-making opportunities
- Emerging professionals to gain crucial experience and access to programing.
- Research and development studies that support the preservation, education, and integrity of the stained glass industry at all levels.
- Public and community-based educational programs and resources.
Facet & Forge 2024
Facet & Forge is a celebration of the artisans that transform space.
Explore, create, and discover at Facet & Forge 2024. For one night only, explore Trinity campus as it can rarely be seen: from the perspective of the skilled artisans and tradespeople that built and continue to maintain our city’s fantastic buildings. Facet & Forge is the perfect way to spend an evening immersed in the artistry and craftsmanship inherent in architectural glass art, mosaics, and other building trades.
Facet & Forge 2024
Saturday, April 27th
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Trinity Buffalo, 371 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY 14202
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Donation Matching Campaign - now through January 31st, 2025
Thanks to the tremendous generosity from one of our community partners, we’re introducing a new donation match campaign! This means that if we reach our goal of $12,000 in donations by January 31st, 2025, our community partner will match it dollar for dollar.