A special Blackfin series created as the official gift for the Foundation’s 40th-anniversary celebrations in Victoria, Canada.
September 2026 – Blackfin proudly sponsored the 40th-anniversary celebrations of the David Foster Foundation, held in Victoria, British Columbia. To mark this significant milestone, the Foundation selected Blackfin to create a special limited-edition series of titanium sunglasses, designated as the official gift for guests attending the exclusive anniversary events.
This partnership stems from the David Foster Foundation’s profound appreciation for the Italian brand and a deep alignment of core values. Alongside a commitment to product excellence and manufacturing quality, Blackfin shares the Foundation’s vision-one where business, social responsibility, and a genuine focus on people are intrinsically linked. It is a dedication the brand has long upheld, also demonstrated through its ongoing support for the Andrea Bocelli Foundation.
Championing this vision is David Foster, one of the world’s most renowned and influential music composers and producers. A 16-time Grammy Award winner with over 500 million albums sold, his extraordinary career boasts collaborations with some of the biggest names in international music, including Michael Bublé, Céline Dion, Andrea Bocelli, Whitney Houston, Barbra Streisand, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Natalie Cole, and Earth, Wind & Fire.
In parallel with his artistic endeavours, Foster established the David Foster Foundation in his hometown of Victoria in 1986. For forty years, the Foundation has pursued a mission as simple as it is vital: to allow families of children in need of life-saving organ transplants to focus entirely on their child’s care, without the added financial burden of everyday living expenses. By covering logistical and non-medical costs, the Foundation has provided concrete, life-changing support to over 1,600 families over the past four decades.
To celebrate its 40th anniversary, Victoria hosted a three-day spectacular featuring an exclusive roster of distinguished guests. Notable attendees included Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, as well as Bill Gates. Making the events truly unforgettable were performances by international music stars such as Adam Levine of Maroon 5, Chad Kroeger of Nickelback, Josh Groban, and CeeLo Green. The extraordinary lineup was further enriched by the vocal talents of Katharine McPhee, Loren Allred, Sheléa, The Tenors, Pia Toscano, Daniel Emmet, and Sydnie Christmas, joined by special appearances from renowned entertainment figures like Melissa Peterman and Erich Bergen.
“We are deeply honored that Blackfin was chosen to celebrate such a significant anniversary for the David Foster Foundation,” stated Nicola Del Din, CEO of Blackfin. “This is a collaboration born from a true alignment of values. For Blackfin, social commitment is an integral part of how we do business, side by side with our constant pursuit of quality and excellence. We are therefore proud to stand beside a Foundation that, for forty years, has transformed solidarity into concrete support for families.”
The program kicked off with an elegant welcome dinner at Government House. This prestigious institutional gathering, attended by top officials from British Columbia, honored the founders of the David Foster Foundation and its forty years of charitable commitment.
The anniversary celebrations reached their pinnacle on Friday evening with a prestigious charity Gala. As the beating heart of the weekend, this flagship event united supported families, donors, and illustrious international guests in a memorable outpouring of generosity. The evening, enhanced by an exclusive private concert, marked the highest and most profound moment of the Foundation’s philanthropic mission, culminating in an extraordinary fundraising effort vital to ensuring continued, tangible help for young patients.
The grand finale erupted on Saturday with a spectacular public concert at Victoria’s Inner Harbour—a momentous event that drew a crowd of over 60,000 people. Before this immense audience, the extraordinary array of stars and performers treated the city to a magical closing night, celebrating the milestones achieved with an evening of pure energy and incredible music.
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