Bringing Original Fine Art to Organizations That Serve Our Communities
Art has the power to comfort, inspire, encourage conversation, and transform the spaces where people gather. Through The Michael John Valentine Art on Loan Program for Nonprofits, qualified nonprofit organizations have the opportunity to display original fine artwork at no cost while enriching the environments where they serve their communities.
Whether welcoming families, supporting patients, educating students, providing counseling, or bringing people together through community service, nonprofits deserve beautiful spaces that reflect hope, creativity, and dignity.
How the Program Works
Qualified nonprofit organizations may apply to receive original artwork from Michael John Valentine’s private collection on a renewable loan basis.
Each selected artwork remains the property of the artist and is professionally displayed within the nonprofit’s facility for an agreed-upon loan period.
Because the artwork is also available to collectors through Michael’s website and exhibitions, a piece may occasionally be purchased during its loan. If this occurs, the artwork will be replaced with another original work of comparable size and presentation whenever possible. This rotating collection allows participating organizations to continually enjoy fresh artwork while supporting the ongoing creation of new pieces.
What Participating Organizations Receive
- Original fine artwork created by Michael John Valentine
- Professionally presented artwork suitable for offices, waiting rooms, conference spaces, reception areas, and community gathering places
- Periodic artwork rotation opportunities
- Recognition as a participating organization in the Art on Loan Program
- The opportunity to introduce visitors, donors, volunteers, and staff to original fine art
Eligible Organizations
Applications are welcomed from qualified nonprofit organizations, including:
- Community service organizations
- Educational nonprofits
- Healthcare and wellness organizations
- Museums and cultural organizations
- Environmental organizations
- Veterans organizations
- Arts organizations
- Faith-based nonprofits
- Foundations and charitable organizations
- Other registered nonprofit organizations whose mission aligns with serving the public good
Stewardship
Participating organizations agree to display the artwork in a secure indoor environment and exercise reasonable care throughout the loan period. All artwork remains the exclusive property of Michael John Valentine and may be periodically rotated, exchanged, or returned according to the terms of the Art on Loan Agreement.
About the Artist
Michael John Valentine is a fine artist based in Cornelius, North Carolina, with more than 55 years of artistic experience. Working from his private studio and gallery, he creates original mixed-media paintings inspired by abstract expression, landscapes, architecture, travel, and his distinctive cigar and bourbon collections. His work is held in private collections and is available to collectors throughout the United States and internationally.
Apply for the Program
If your nonprofit organization would like to enrich its space with original artwork, we invite you to complete the Art on Loan Application.
Together, we can create welcoming environments where art serves the people who serve others.
Artwork Inventory, Condition Report & Rotation Agreement
Michael John Valentine Art on Loan Program for Nonprofits
Loaned Artwork
Organization: ___________________________________________
Installation Date: ________________________________________
| Inventory No. | Artwork Title | Medium | Size | Estimated Value | Condition at Installation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Condition Upon Return or Rotation
| Inventory No. | Return/Rotation Date | Condition | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
Artwork Rotation
The organization understands that all artwork remains the exclusive property of Michael John Valentine and may also be offered for sale through galleries, exhibitions, or the artist’s website.
If a loaned artwork is sold during the loan period, the artist will make reasonable efforts to replace it with another original work of similar size and presentation at no cost to the organization, subject to availability.
Artwork may also be rotated periodically to provide a fresh display or to better complement the organization’s space. Whenever practical, the organization will receive advance notice before a rotation or exchange.
Care of Artwork
The organization agrees to:
- Display artwork indoors in a secure, climate-controlled environment.
- Protect artwork from direct sunlight, moisture, excessive heat, smoke, and physical damage.
- Not relocate, clean, repair, alter, or reframe artwork without the artist’s written permission.
- Notify the artist immediately of any damage, theft, or other incident affecting the artwork.
- Allow the artist or an authorized representative reasonable access, by appointment, to inspect, rotate, or retrieve artwork.
Insurance
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the organization is responsible for exercising reasonable care while the artwork is on display. The parties may mutually agree that the organization will insure the artwork during the loan period if appropriate for higher-value pieces.
Organization Representative
Name: ______________________________________
Title: _______________________________________
Signature: ___________________________________
Date: _______________________________________
Artist
Michael John Valentine
Signature: ___________________________________
Date: _______________________________________