Benevolent Fund receives £15,000 donation
The funding will be used to provide ongoing support for members and the sector during this time
Benevolent Fund
The Museums Association Benevolent Fund exists to support MA members facing financial difficulties and to provide financial support for professional development.
We recognise the severe impact that the Covid-19 pandemic is having on the financial situation of those working in and with museums. In light of these difficult circumstances, the MA Benevolent Fund is providing a number of new funding opportunities to support individuals in the sector at this time.
What we fund
Support for Ukraine
Funding grants and free MA memberships for Ukrainian museum professionals
moreCovid Support Scheme
Grants for members whose finances have been affected by the pandemic
moreSupport for professional development
Helping you to advance your education, training and development
moreFinancial Support Fund
Supporting members in times of hardship and distress
moreInclusive event places
Free places at our one-day conferences for members facing barriers to access
moreInclusive membership
Funded essential memberships for individuals facing barriers to access
moreMore about the fund
Discover
Back to FundingEsmée Fairbairn Collections Fund
Supporting projects that bring collections closer to people
Beecroft Bequest
Grants for the acquisition of pre-19th century works