Membership
As a member, your organization is part of a vibrant and vital community that uplifts the arts and culture sector across the region. Together, we do important work—work that benefits not only individual organizations, but the broader cultural ecosystem.
At A Glance
Cultural Alliance membership is open to nonprofit institutions and for-profit creative enterprises that support arts, culture, and the creative economy in Greater Philadelphia — including performing arts, museums, galleries, visual arts and history, science and horticulture, community arts and education, research, and related disciplines.
explore Our Members
The Cultural Alliance’s online Member Directory provides a comprehensive community resource filled with information about the region’s nonprofit arts and culture organizations. Navigate the menu below to alphabetically browse our members.
About the Cultural Alliance’s Membership
By joining the Cultural Alliance, you’ll become part of a dynamic network of artists, creative entrepreneurs, non-profit organizations, heritage sites, and many more. We’ve compiled questions and answers to help guide your decision to join our community.
impact
- Advocacy (opens in new tab): We amplify the voice of the arts and culture community with elected officials at the local, state, and federal levels.
- Data & Research (opens in new tab): We deliver timely, actionable insights on sector health and trends, keeping members informed and empowered.
- Workforce Development: We operate the region’s leading arts and culture Job Bank (opens in new tab) and manage the Bloomberg Arts Internship (opens in new tab), providing paid, real-world experiences for high school students and building the next generation of cultural leaders.
- Professional Connections: Through our Annual Meeting (opens in new tab), Member Directory (opens in new tab), CultureWire (opens in new tab) newsletter, and member events, we bring the sector together to network, collaborate, and stay informed.
Benefits
In addition to the work we do to strengthen the sector, membership also brings additional benefits. See the list below for the administrative savings that come with being a member.
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COMPANY |
BENEFIT |
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Members-only discounts on: Digital Advertising (opens in new tab), tickets to the Annual Meeting & Arts Party (opens in new tab), customized research (opens in new tab) reports, and other programs | |
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10% off Payroll processing | |
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20% off candidate evaluation tools | |
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15% off printed materials | |
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Gallagher Health Insurance (opens in new tab) & Risk Management (opens in new tab) |
Designs benefit programs that meet organizations’ complex needs |
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Price matching and FREE NEXT DAY delivery – with no minimum order – on office products, office furniture, copiers, janitorial supplies and more. | |
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Tuition reduction on select arts-specific degrees and certificate programs |
Eligibility
Cultural Alliance membership is open to any institution or for-profit creative enterprise that supports art, culture and the creative economy in the Greater Philadelphia region including the following disciplines: Performing Arts; Museums; Galleries; Visual Arts & History; Science and Horticulture; Community Arts & Education or Service; Research & other related disciplines.
DUES
Dues are based on annual operating expenses for nonprofits or annual revenue for for-profits. Please view the dues chart below. For additional information on membership and questions about financial restraints, reach out to membership@philaculture.org.
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Expense/Revenue Category |
Membership Dues |
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< $119,999 |
$159 |
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$120,000-$1,069,999 |
Budget x .00135 |
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$1,070,000-$2,999,999 |
$1,445 |
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$3,000,000-$4,999,999 |
$1,555 |
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$5,000,000-$7,499,999 |
$1,945 |
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$7,500,000-$9,999,999 |
$2,320 |
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$10,000,000-$12,499,999 |
$2,715 |
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$12,500,000-$14,999,999 |
$3,100 |
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$15,000,000-$19,999,999 |
$3,855 |
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$20,000,000-$24,999,999 |
$4,895 |
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$25,000,000+ |
$6,095 |
Stay CONNECTED WITH US
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