Art Gallery Society Of New South Wales
About
The Art Gallery Society of New South Wales is a membership-based organization that supports the Art Gallery of New South Wales through annual giving. Members' contributions fund exhibitions, programs, new acquisitions, and gallery operations. Based in Sydney, the society connects art lovers with the gallery while providing exclusive benefits to supporters.
Tips for Applicants
This is a membership organization rather than a traditional grantmaker; opportunities to engage are through becoming a member rather than applying for grants. Corporate partnerships andGallery Plus partnerships may offer additional engagement avenues.
Giving Philosophy
The society operates on a membership model where annual dues from a diverse community of art lovers are directed to support the Art Gallery of NSW's exhibitions, programs, acquisitions, and operations, creating a reciprocal relationship between supporters and cultural preservation.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $416K | $5.4M | $4.9M | $1.8M |
| FY2022 | $1.1M | $4.1M | $4.4M | $1.4M |
| FY2021 | $695K | $3.9M | $5.2M | $2.4M |
| FY2020 | $281K | $3.0M | $4.9M | $1.9M |
| FY2019 | $816K | $4.7M | $5.3M | $2.0M |
| FY2018 | $543K | $4.1M | $3.8M | $1.6M |
| FY2017 | $797K | $4.3M | $4.1M | $1.3M |
| 7yr total | $4.7M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||