Support the Academy

PAFA is the only American art museum in the city of Philadelphia, and we invite you to join us in our ongoing efforts to proudly exhibit our country’s artistic heritage and train the next generation of great artists.

As a non-profit institution, PAFA depends on your support so that it may continue to provide the community with outstanding educational programs and classes led by acclaimed faculty members.

Winslow Homer's North Beach, Bermuda

Winslow Homer
(1836-1910)
North Road, Bermuda, 1900
Watercolor and graphite on white wove paper
13 15/16 x 21 in
35.40 x 53.34 cm
Partial gift and Bequest of Bernice McIlhenny Wintersteen, 1978.19

Support the Training of the Next Great American Artists!
Remember that PAFA is more than an art museum with a world-famous collection; it is also an extremely unique and prestigious art school for some of the most talented and promising students around the nation and across the globe.

Make a Gift

Support PAFA’s programs, collecting, and exhibitions with your secure online donation. Click here to make a gift.

Honor a Loved One with a Memorial Gift

Make a secure online donation in memory of a friend or family member. Be sure to enter your tribute info in the 'Notes' field. Click here to make a gift.

Stock Transfer Information

If you would like to support PAFA through a transfer of stock, contact:
E*Trade Securities LLC at 1-800-387-2331
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
DTC 0385
Account #57338662

In order to guarantee the proper tax acknowledgement, please notify PAFA of your transfer by contacting Marianne Maxwell at 215-972-0522 or mmaxwell@pafa.org.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Nancy Pontone
Controller
215-972-2097
215-569-0153 fax
npontone@pafa.org

Become a Member

Become a member of a living tradition! Explore America's artistic heritage and the achievements of its greatest artists for an entire year without paying admission! Click here to join now.

Make an Impact with Special High-Level Memberships

Potamkin Collectors Society
This special membership category was formed in memory of Vivian and Meyer (Pat) Potamkin, who were Academy benefactors and distinguished collectors of art.

A portion of all Potamkin Collectors Society membership dues is dedicated to purchasing artwork for the museum’s permanent collection.
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Charles Willson Peale Society
Our highest-level donors (making gifts of $1,000/year and above) have a significant impact on our programs. They also enjoy a special relationship to the Academy, its staff, and its resources. Read more…

Please contact the Development Office (215-972-0522) for more information about these unique giving opportunities.

The Women's Board

The Women's Board is committed to support PAFA through volunteerism and fundraising. Read more…

Contact Us

Contact the Development Department at 215-972-0522 or e-mail us at giving@pafa.org.