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
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