Join Craft Council as Patron or Benefactor and help preserve the future of craft. Together, we create positive change in society, for craft businesses and in individuals' lives.
Visitors to Collect 2019. Photo: Iona Wolff
Support from patrons can directly enable:
- a richer understanding of the collection through our Craft for the People project, delivering regular encounters with objects and their stories for schools, researchers, makers, collectors and the public at large
- acquisitions of work by outstanding makers for our collection, enabling us to build & share a national collection of craft that all facets of society can enjoy and appreciate
- opportunities for children and young people from all parts of society to access making, enabling them to develop their creativity, build their confidence and stimulate independent thinking
- support, platforming and promotion for all makers to build sustainable careers and businesses
- an exceptional creative programme that can inspire and ignite a craft passion for the nation
Become a Patron today
You can support us as a Patron or as a Benefactor:
Patron £1250+
Benefits £410; Suggested donation £840+
- Invitation to a bespoke calendar of events
- VIP invitation to Collect
- Exclusive tour of Collect before public opening
- Invitations to Crafts Council's Private Views
- Yearly update from the CEO
- Acknowledgement of your support as Founding Patron on our website
You can become a patron by paying only the cost of the benefits you receive, and any donation on top is voluntary. Crafts Council is a charity, and donations help us carry out our mission.
If you would like to learn more about becoming a Patron, please contact Laura Hollingworth.
Benefactor £2500+
Benefits £650, Suggested Donation £1850+
- All of the benefits of Patrons
- Invite for two to the yearly Chair’s dinner
- Private tour of Craft Council's exhibitions for up to 10 people
If you would like to pay by bank transfer or cheque, or would like more information, please contact [email protected].