Corporate Sponsorships

Corporate Sponsorships is sponsored by National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA). By sponsoring a special exhibition, a corporate partner can align their brand with a culturally significant event that attracts media attention and a diverse audience.

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Remix: The Collection, installation view, National Museum of Women in the Arts; Photo by Kevin Allen Photography for NMWA Partnership Opportunities By sponsoring a special exhibition , a corporate partner can align their brand with a culturally significant event that attracts media attention and a diverse audience.

This partnership not only provides crucial funding but also offers the partner prominent brand visibility across all exhibition-related materials, including invitations, catalogs, signage, and digital promotions. The partner can enhance their connection with the arts through exclusive VIP previews and special tours, creating memorable experiences that reinforce their brand’s commitment to culture.

Supporting annual events like our Gala and donor receptions allows a corporate partner to play a key role in some of the museum’s most high-profile gatherings. These events often draw influential figures from the arts, business, and philanthropic communities, providing the partner with valuable networking opportunities. The partner can be featured as a presenting sponsor, with their branding integrated into the collaterals.

Custom-branded experiences, such as sponsored lounges, product displays, or interactive installations, can be created to engage attendees and showcase the partner’s brand.

Community Outreach and Public Programs A partnership in community outreach and public programs like the Women, Arts, and Social Change initiative or NMWA Nights after-hours series allows a corporate partner to support projects that drive social impact and community engagement. This can enhance the partner’s reputation as a socially responsible organization that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The brand can be featured in all collaterals, and they can sponsor specific elements of the program, such as guest speakers or performances. The partner could also host a branded community event in collaboration with the museum, further deepening their connection to the cause.

By investing in digital innovation, a corporate partner can help the museum enhance its digital presence through onsite digital installations, interactive experiences, and online campaigns. This aligns the partner with cutting-edge technology and innovation, showcasing their commitment to forward-thinking initiatives. The partner’s branding can be integrated into digital installations and online campaigns.

Supporting education programs for adults and children enables a corporate partner to contribute to the museum’s mission of fostering a love for the arts and lifelong learning. This highlights the partner’s investment in education and community development. The partner can sponsor specific education initiatives in all related materials.

Corporate Partnership Levels The museum’s corporate members receive a robust set of benefits. We work closely with our corporate members and sponsors, discussing suitable projects and designing customized benefit packages tailored to each organization’s needs, interests, and target audience.

One-year Corporate Partner Membership Deliver Remarks: Opportunty at select programs or events for the company representative Acknowledgment: On the museum’s Donor Wall, in the Annual Report, and quarterly Women in the Arts magazine. Exclusive Access and Events Private Luncheon or Breakfast: Hosted by the Board of Trustees for up to eight (8) guests, including catering and a private tour led by the Director or Chief Curator.

Tailored Engagement with Museum Leaders: Special access to exhibitions and behind-the-scenes events or meet-and-greets with artists. VIP Exhibition Openings: Invitations for eight (8) guests to attend all VIP events hosted by the Board of Trustees. Museum Director-led Tour: For twelve (12) corporate representatives, clients, and guests.

Complimentary Museum Rental: For a small event, including use of the Great Hall (additional costs for catering, audiovisual equipment, security). VIP Passes: To major national and international art fairs (Paris, London, New York, Los Angeles, Miami). Networking and Guest Experiences Networking Opportunities: Events designed to connect your executive team or clients, including a tailored virtual event focused on specific interests.

Complimentary Admission and Discount: For all employees (with valid ID) and a 10% shop discount. Admission offer does not include programs or NMWA Nights. Twenty-five (25) Program Passes per Year: Access to the museum’s programs, including our after-hours series, NMWA Nights, and priority seating at talks.

Complimentary Director’s Circle Membership: To gift a client or representative (value of $10,000). One-year Corporate Partner Membership Deliver Remarks: Opportunty at select programs or events for the company representative Acknowledgment: On the museum’s Donor Wall, in the Annual Report, and quarterly Women in the Arts magazine.

Exclusive Access and Events VIP Exhibition Openings: Invitations for four (4) guests to attend all VIP events hosted by the Board of Trustees. Curator-led Tour: For ten (10) corporate representatives, clients, and guests. Complimentary Museum Rental: For a small event on the Mezzanine, Mars Performance Hall, or Kasser Board Room (additional costs for catering, audiovisual equipment, security).

VIP Passes: To major national and international art fairs (Paris, London, New York, Los Angeles, Miami). Networking and Guest Experiences Networking Opportunities: Events designed to connect your executive team or clients, including a tailored virtual event focused on specific interests. Complimentary Admission and Discount: For all employees (with valid ID) and a 10% shop discount.

Admission offer does not include programs or NMWA Nights. Ten (10) Program Passes per Year: Access to the museum’s programs, including our after-hours series, NMWA Nights, and priority seating at talks. Complimentary Patron’s Circle Membership: To gift a client or representative (value of $5,000).

One-year Corporate Partner Membership Acknowledgment: On the museum’s Donor Wall, in the Annual Report, and quarterly Women in the Arts magazine. Exclusive Access and Events VIP Exhibition Openings: Invitations for four (4) guests to attend two (2) VIP events hosted by the Board of Trustees. Docent-led Tour: For six (6) corporate representatives, clients, and guests.

VIP Passes: To major national art fairs (New York, Los Angeles, Miami) Networking and Guest Experiences Eight (8) Program Passes per Year: Access to the museum’s programs, including our after-hours series, NMWA Nights. Complimentary Admission and Museum Shop Discount: For all employees (with valid ID) and a 10% shop discount. Admission offer does not include programs or NMWA Nights.

One-year Corporate Partner Membership Recognition in Promotional Materials: Placement in promotional materials and online communications related to sponsorship. Acknowledgment: On the museum’s Donor Wall, in the Annual Report, and quarterly Women in the Arts magazine. Exclusive Access and Events VIP Opening or Event: Invitation for two (2) guests.

VIP Passes: To one (1) art fair in New York, Los Angeles, or Miami. Networking and Guest Experiences Six (6) Program Passes per Year: Access to the museum’s programs, including our after-hours series, NMWA Nights.

Six (6) Complimentary Museum Guest Passes and Museum Shop Discount In Focus: Artists at Work (installation view) at the National Museum of Women in the Arts; Photo by Joy Asico-Smith Washington, DC Mayor, Muriel Bowser, speaks at the National Museum of Women in the Arts’ 2024 Spring Gala. Photo by Joy Asico-Smith / Asico Photo for NMWA.

Fresh Talk: Influence and Collecting; Photo by Derek Baker for NMWA “Create Connections” kiosk in the collection galleries at the National Museum of Women in the Arts; Photo by Joy Asico-Smith Senior Development Officer, Sponsorships, and Events 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.

Installation view of Joana Vasconcelos’s Rubra (2016) in the rotunda at the National Museum of Women in the Arts; Photo by Jennifer Hughes for NMWA Donations help the museum present exhibitions, educational programs, and publications featuring the work of women artists. Our success requires the support of generous donors who recognize the value of women artists, past and present.