Arts Membership

We make potential possible.

We’ve been adding our unique blend of acumen, rigour and inspiration to creative organisations for over 30 years. 

We've helped cultural organisations to discover an entrepreneurial edge; guided them towards better governance and revealed new and unexpected streams of income and funding. In partnership with our business members, as part of our extensive network and, sometimes, simply with us, each arts member has been given the assistance, confidence and opportunity to thrive.

Why become an A&BNI Arts Member?

Arts & Business NI is the leading source of fundraising advice and resources for arts & cultural organisations seeking to diversify their income from private investment sources.

When you join Arts & Business NI you get cultural fundraising, news, networking opportunities, advice and examples of best practice. Here's a bit more detail on what membership unlocks:

Events, Workshops & Networking:

• Through our member events you’ll have opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals, mentors, and peers, building valuable relationships and expanding your networks.
   
• Gain access to exclusive events and discounts across our annual calendar. Events and workshops in the past have ranged in various themes from practical T&F application writing, financial planning and creative resilience . These events and sessions are always full of practical tools and inspirational advice
   
• Craic & Chats guaranteed if its an online or in person session (in-person features good traybakes/scones and the opportunity to network!)
  
  

Fundraising & Business Models:

• One-to-one fundraising advice sessions with Arts Programme Manager to look at funding options and diversifying income streams
   
• Option to submit partnership and fundraising proposals for consultation before submission to a funder or business prospect 
   
• Access to our sector–leading research and reports, including our toolkit series which focus on income diversification via our dedicated the Arts Member log in  area
   
• Monthly funding round ups on local, national and international funding opportunities
  
  
  

Governance Support & Development:

• Exclusive discount rates for our Board Matching Programmes, Fundamentals of Board Membership training for new Board Members, Cultural Governance Conference and our other governance based events and training
   
• Confidential one-to-one governance support for Chairs, Board Members and Chief Executives
   
• Resources and toolkits via the Arts Member Login
   
• Whole Board Sessions on topics such as Fundraising, Governance Roles & Responsibilities and Strategic Planning 
  
  
  

Advocacy & Knowledge:

• Access to submit to our What's On Guide, which is distributed to over 400 of our business contacts and who share it with their colleagues, family and friends.
   
• Get ongoing personalised guidance to support creative partnerships and share new opportunities from within our arts network. on our brand-new arts partnership hub which we regularly share with our Business network.
   
• We profile our members through our website, blogs, social media channels and also feature our members as speakers at our events. You'll also receive our Quarterly e-newsletters featuring articles, upcoming events and other opportunities within the network and beyond (sure yous all know about that already!)
   
• We are a team of 7 friendly staff supported by a dedicated board of directors. You can find out more about our roles and get in touch here -->  Arts & Business NI (artsandbusinessni.org.uk)

   

Membership Cost

Your annual Arts Membership costs £120 (£100+VAT) 

Click here to join up today