[Art Bridges Foundation](https://artbridgesfoundation.org)

Rolling (Applications accepted on an ongoing basis)

$40 million total initiative; funding covers admission, programming, marketing, and outreach for up to three years per museum.

Three-year initiative supporting U.S. museums to increase free access, engagement, and community outreach.

Open to museums; 64 museums currently participating; pilot runs 2024–2027.

--- ## Description Access for All is a three-year pilot program launched by the Art Bridges Foundation in 2024 to expand access to museums across the United States and foster deeper connections with local audiences. The initiative provides financial support for museums to offer free admission (either on special days, during extended hours, or daily for local visitors), as well as to develop interdisciplinary programming and enhanced marketing/outreach. The program aims to eliminate barriers to museum access, build relationships with new audiences, and engage communities through innovative events such as performances, artmaking projects, and interpretive activities. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there is no fixed deadline. - The pilot program operates from 2024 to 2027. --- ## Funding Amount - Total initiative funding: $40 million. - Support includes covering costs for free admission, programming, marketing, and outreach for up to three years per participating museum. - 64 museums are currently supported; individual award sizes are not specified publicly. --- ## Eligibility - U.S.-based museums are eligible to apply. - Institutions must demonstrate a commitment to increasing access, community engagement, and interdisciplinary programming. - Both current and new Art Bridges partners may apply. - The program is focused on institutions able to implement free admission and/or significant access programming for their local communities. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [Art Bridges Application Portal](https://artbridgesfoundation.my.site.com/ApplicationPortal/). - Interested museums should prepare to describe their proposed free admission plans, programming, and outreach strategies. - For questions or to discuss eligibility, prospective applicants can reach out to the foundation directly. --- ## Additional Information - The initiative currently partners with 64 museums nationwide; see the [Access for All program page](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/access-for-all) for a full list of participating institutions. - The program emphasizes innovative, community-driven programming and effective outreach to underserved audiences. --- ## External Links - [Access for All program page](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/access-for-all) - [Art Bridges Foundation](https://artbridgesfoundation.org) - [Application Portal](https://artbridgesfoundation.my.site.com/ApplicationPortal/) - [Contact page](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/contact-us) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |--------------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [info@artbridgesfoundation.org](mailto:info@artbridgesfoundation.org) | | Media Inquiries | [accessforall@artbridgesfoundation.org](mailto:accessforall@artbridgesfoundation.org) | | Contact Form | [Contact Us](https://artbridgesfoundation.org/contact-us) |

Access for All

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