Big Steam Print, Acton Depot, London
Big Steam Print, Acton Depot, London

What you will need

To run a crowdfunding campaign on Art Happens you must be a UK public museum, gallery, historic house, library or archive or a not-for-profit visual arts organisation with a public focus. You should have: 

  • An exciting arts project in mind that you think will have public appeal 

  • A clear idea of the amount you need to raise, and by when 

  • Some previous experience of fundraising 

  • Time and resources to run a crowdfunding campaign 

  • An engaged supporter base and online audience 

  • Full support from management and other stakeholders

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