Support Us
Modern Art Oxford relies on the generosity of individuals, trusts and foundations and corporate funders. This support enables a bold and inclusive artistic programme that ensures access to world-class exhibitions, innovative digital content and inspiring creative learning projects for audiences of all backgrounds, ages and abilities. Your support can take many different forms and is always greatly appreciated.
Commissioning Circle
Our Commissioning Circle members support the commissioning of bold new work at the gallery, as well as making an important contribution to Modern Art Oxford’s broader creative vision.
Right: Carey Young: Appearance preview party, 2023. Photo by Oxford Atelier
Director’s Circle
Director’s Circle supporters play a fundamental role in the life of the gallery, helping the gallery to fulfil its commitment to local audiences and artists.
Left: Marina Abramović, Gates and Portals, Modern Art Oxford, 2022. Photography by Thierry Bal. © Modern Art Oxford
Patrons
Patrons are central to Modern Art Oxford’s vision. They form part of a lively group of individuals whose commitment to the visual arts provides vital support to the gallery’s artistic programme.
Right: Ruth Asawa: Citizen of the Universe at Modern Art Oxford, 2022. Photo by Oxford Atelier
Corporate Partners
Modern Art Oxford is a pillar of the city’s cultural and creative offer and a point of reference for the visual arts nationally. We are delighted to work with a number of corporate partners who enjoy enhanced visibility and an exclusive package of benefits, whilst helping the gallery and its audiences to thrive.
Left: Mariana Castillo Deball: Between making and knowing something install view, 2020. Photo by Helen Messenger
Trusts & Foundations
Modern Art Oxford is fortunate to receive funding from a variety of charitable trusts and foundations, without whom it would not be possible to deliver its acclaimed artistic programme.
Right: Early Years Workshops, Make Play (film still), 2018. Image © Modern Art Oxford
Leaving a legacy
By remembering Modern Art Oxford in your will, you can help ensure that future audiences benefit from our inspirational programmes.
Left: Jenny Saville Exhibition at The Museum of Modern Art, Oxford CREDIT Geraint Lewis
How your support helps
Thanks to your support, more people have enjoyed access to the transformative benefits of visual art and Modern Art Oxford remains one of the UK’s leading modern and contemporary art spaces.
Right: Modern Art Oxford Young Creatives, 2022. Photo by Phil Brooks. © Modern Art Oxford
Our Transformational Refurbishment, 2024
We would like to thank all those individuals, trusts and foundations who have made this capital project possible: Arts Council Capital Investment Funding, CHK Foundation, Charina Endowment Fund, Garfield Weston Foundation, Gresswell Environment Trust, The Lovington Foundation, Staples Trust, Wolfson Foundation, Jill Hackel and Andrzej Zarzycki, Béatrice and James Lupton, Anna Yang and Joseph Schull, Dasha Shenkman OBE, Heidi and Carlo Baravalle, Domingo and Jenny Garcia and Russell and Jill Platt, and all those who would like to remain anonymous.
Modern Art Oxford is registered with the Fundraising Regulator and a CAF America validated organisation. You can donate via CAF America here, alternatively, please contact development@modernartoxford.
