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Ways to Give

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When you donate, you join a dedicated community of friends: individuals, corporations, foundations, and government organizations, who have helped build and support our work.

Why Give to the Museum?

The generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations makes our work possible. With your financial support, the museum promotes the work of women artists through exhibitions, programs, publications, and advocacy efforts.

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Ways to Give

Membership

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Help advocate for women in and through the arts and enjoy the Women in the Arts magazine, special discounts, and more.
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Circles Membership

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Enjoy a deeper connection through enhanced experiences including exhibition openings, studio tours, and special recognition.
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Annual Fund

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Your fully tax-deductible, non-membership gift to the Annual Fund will go straight to work supporting our programs, exhibitions, and advocacy efforts.
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Institutional Philanthropy

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Foundations and governmental agencies play a central role in making the museum a vibrant force in Washington and beyond.
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Corporate Sponsorship

Regional, national, and international companies bring the museum’s most important projects to life.
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Spring Gala

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The spring gala is the museum’s largest annual fundraising event with proceeds supporting the museum’s programming and exhibitions.
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Legacy Gifts

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Your planned gift will ensure that NMWA can advocate for women in the arts for generations to come.
Learn More about Planned Giving

Tribute Gifts

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Honor someone dear to you or remember a loved one by making a tribute gift in their name.
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Endowment

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Ensure that NMWA will shine a light on the creative achievements of women in and through the arts for generations to come.
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Contact Us

Development and Membership Department

866-875-4627
member@nmwa.org

Ellen Pollak

Foundation, Corporation, and Government Support Officer
202-266-2801

Maria B. Vizcaino

Senior Development Officer, Sponsorships and Events
202-266-2815

Quick Facts

  • 4,592
    Charter Members have been giving for 27 years or more
  • 64%
    of members reside outside of the DC area
  • 27
    National and International Committees promote NMWA’s mission

Your Impact

Whether you are a member, volunteer, visitor, artist, or follower on social media, you are the heart and soul of all we do at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. We are proud that you are part of the NMWA family, encouraging our work and championing women artists. By giving to the museum, attending programs, sharing on social media, and supporting women makers in our shop, you make a difference. Our Annual Report illustrates the many ways you have helped. We thank you for investing in NMWA and placing your trust in us.

We are proud to receive a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. This rating reflects the museum’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency. Access a copy of our 990 form.

 

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With Thanks

The museum’s vitality and growth would not be possible without grants from foundations and governmental agencies, which play a central role in making NMWA a vibrant force locally, nationally, and internationally.

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