The Exhibition
Joshua's Covenant
The Art of the Covenant, is a curated private sale exhibition at Phillips, the internationally renowned auction house, presented by Joshua Dekking and The Assa Group, a next-generation art and cultural platform.
A Charitable Art Exhibition
Art of The Covenant
Global Africa at the Crossroads
Presented by Joshua Dekking & The Assa Group
A Night Of Art and Culture
The Art of the Covenant, is a curated private sale exhibition at Phillips, the internationally renowned auction house, presented by Joshua Dekking and The Assa Group, a next-generation art and cultural platform, this September.
Featuring blue-chip masters across the global diaspora while building a new covenant with young creatives, the exhibition will be open for private viewing at an exclusive benefit reception and dinner on September 23, during United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Week, when global leaders across industries and cultures convene in New York City.
With Warm Regards,
Joshua Dekking & The Assa Group
From the Collection
A Promise in Four Acts
A Ritual of Welcome
Coffee & Press
Led by Phillips and presented by EDTF, this press-facing gathering opens the launch with a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, connecting heritage, the diaspora, and contemporary art.
The Private Reception · Covenant Member
A Glittering Affair
An exclusive charitable reception during the exhibition's private viewing, offering Covenant Members access to the collection, participating artists, and the broader Art of the Covenant network.
The Covenant Dinner · Founding Circle Member
Dinner by Michelin-starred Chef Kwame
An intimate seated charitable dinner convening collectors, family offices, foundations and artists. Founding Circle Members become part of the inaugural community helping shape and build a lasting platform for African and diaspora art. Dinner admission includes access to the Private Reception.
The Art of Giving
Art of the Covenant is built on a simple belief: Art unlocks resources that expand human potential.
Three nonprofit partners
Funds raised through the benefit events expand access through health, education and economic opportunity.
Supported through art sales commissions
The Eagle Academy Foundation
Supported through commissions on art sales, opening pathways in the arts for the next generation of young men.
Creating educational and mentorship pathways for young men of color.
The Covenant Dinner is co-presented with EDTF — The Diaspora Fund. Additional charitable giving from commissions on art sales will also be directed to The Cure Blindness Project and The Eagle Academy.
All net proceeds from the benefit, after event expenses, go directly to the charitable beneficiaries.
Join the Covenant
Covenant Partner
$150,000
Lead & Principal Partner
- Lead Sponsor & Principal Partner recognition across the exhibition
- Fifteen (15) tickets to the Private Reception and fifteen (15) seats at the Covenant Dinner
- A named grant or scholarship established in your organization's name through the Art of the Covenant impact initiative
- Private access to artists, collectors & Art of the Covenant principals
All donations are tax-deductible.
Angel Partner
$50,000
Supporting Partner
- Recognition across signage, digital platforms & the official program
- Ten (10) tickets to the Private Reception and ten (10) seats at the Covenant Dinner
- Named supporting partner of a designated Art of the Covenant community-impact program
- Priority access to private exhibition viewings
All donations are tax-deductible.
Promise Partner
$25,000
Contributing Partner
- Logo placement on event signage & digital materials
- Five (5) tickets to the Private Reception and ten (10) seats at the Covenant Dinner
- Recognition as a contributor to a designated Art of the Covenant impact initiative
All donations are tax-deductible.
All partnership levels are subject to availability and approval.
A Night to Remember
The Covenant Dinner · Founding Circle Member
Dinner by Michelin-starred Chef Kwame
$2,500 per seat
Limited seating
An intimate seated charitable dinner convening collectors, family offices, foundations and artists. Founding Circle Members become part of the inaugural community helping shape and build a lasting platform for African and diaspora art. Dinner admission includes access to the Private Reception.
All donations are tax-deductible.
The Private Reception · Covenant Member
A Glittering Affair
$500 per guest
Limited guest list
An exclusive charitable reception during the exhibition's private viewing, offering Covenant Members access to the collection, participating artists, and the broader Art of the Covenant network.
All donations are tax-deductible.
Reserve Your Place
Event tickets are limited and require approval. Please register to join the waitlist.