New Philanthropy for Arts & Culture (NPAC) is an initiative focused on researching and developing means of attracting new philanthropy into the arts & culture sector.
Established as a cause-related network in 2019, under the chairmanship of Sir Vernon Ellis, NPAC's work includes supporting arts leaders to grow their confidence and skills in seeking philanthropic support. We have established partnerships in 15 locations across England, and in March 2024 partnered with the Big Give on a new match funding campaign for the arts & culture sector which raised £2.85 million for 238 arts & culture organisations. NPAC is now part of Figurative.
The Case for the Arts
“Why should philanthropists support cultural causes? What makes the arts deserving of their donations?
The answer is practical and straightforward – the arts, culture and creativity change lives. They promote well-being, ease loneliness, enable individuals and communities to tell their stories, among many other benefits.
In Support of the Arts
NPAC member SIR RICHARD STILGOE has written a passionate case for support for the arts post-pandemic.
Read more“”Give money to the arts, because they give us a glimpse of something above the merely human, and bring hope for the future.
