Our impact
We’re proud of the support we’ve offered MA members through our Members Support Fund (formerly the Benevolent Fund).
We’ve stepped up our capacity to support you. During the period 2020-24 we gave eight times more in grants than during the previous period, 2014-19.
Total grants
£23,951
from 2014-19
£190,155
from 2020-24
Our support covers a variety of areas, reflecting the range of needs of our members and museum professionals more widely.
Breakdown
£90,522
Inclusive memberships and events places
Free memberships and events for individuals facing barriers to inclusion
£38,439
Professional development
Supporting our members on their career journeys
£31,644
Humanitarian causes
Aiding our colleagues affected by disaster and conflict
£16,902
Covid support
Tailored financial support for members during the pandemic
£12,648
Financial hardship
Support for members in times of financial distress
Donate
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