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The Partnership Program is a paid membership program offered to art enthusiasts, philanthropists, and patrons in the arts, designed to cultivate community around the NYAE’s mission and equip members with the tools, resources, and network to invest in contemporary art and artists. Through enriching art world access, educational programs, events, and connections, members will benefit and grow in community.
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The Partnership Program is for the philanthropist, art patron, donor, or curious art enthusiast at any stage of their career who is interested in meeting like-minded individuals passionate about equity and diversity in the contemporary art sector. A member should be someone interested in gaining an educational experience as well as a social and philanthropic one; someone who will attend events and wants to be around art, artists, curators, and cultural figures. Members should be interested in investing in art, becoming collectors, building upon an existing collection, or simply interested in educational art events and engaging in the contemporary art sector in a meaningful and impactful way.
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The Partnership Program is not for artists. NYAE offers Memberships for Artists, designed to provide community, support, and opportunities to give back at all stages of an artist’s career. Please read about our Artist Membership to learn more about whether it is the right fit for you.The Partnership Program is for philanthropists and art enthusiasts at large; this program is geared towards patrons and passionate individuals interested in collecting art or adding exciting educational events to their social calendar in the art world.
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There are three levels of the Partnership Program: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. They differ in cost and benefits. While most benefits are shared, the Bronze level is designed for an emerging patron who is just entering the philanthropic landscape and looking to start their collection. The Silver and Gold levels are right for patrons who are seeking to increase their participation in the contemporary art sector and grow their collections. The Gold level includes an art fair in New York City; it is right for an established collector or patron who feels strongly about participating in the NYC art fair market.
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The Partnership Program offers engagement programs and educational experiences, including studio visits, exhibition tours, private collection visits, artist talks, public art visits, and curated discussions in partnership with thought leaders, artists, curators, museums, biennials, galleries, and art fairs. These programs and events will be offered on an annual calendar exclusively to members. While the annual membership fee covers most event costs, select programs may require additional registration fees.
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There are three tiers of the Partnership Program: Bronze, Silver and Gold; they differ in prices and benefits. Please see the prices below and visit the Partnership Program Page for a full list of benefits.
$250/year: Bronze Partner
$500/year: Silver Partner
$950/year: Gold Partner
Tax Deduction Disclaimer
New York Artist Equity Association is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Deductions are generally limited to the amount exceeding the fair market value of any benefits received. This information is not professional tax advice. Donors should consult a tax professional for their specific situation.