Join & Give

A Changing Landscape

From exhibition support and community outreach, to corporate and foundation partners, to our newly-endowed naming gifts: the involvement and generosity of supporters is changing the landscape of what is possible at Getty.

You empower us to build on our mission, to open our horizons, and to remain a true leader.

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Giving Opportunities

Your gift supports world-class art exhibitions, innovative education programs, and groundbreaking research

  1. Patron Program

    Join the Patron community, bringing you unparalleled access to a remarkable world of art and culture, from antiquity to today

  2. Getty Fund

    Make a fully tax-deductible gift in any amount to support Getty’s work around the world

  3. Planned Giving

    Getty began with a bequest. Be part of that legacy with your own planned gift.

  4. Corporate Partnerships

    Strengthen your brand and receive customized benefits by supporting all aspects of our work

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More Ways to Contribute

  1. Exhibition Sponsorships

    Support dynamic exhibitions and programs that advance understanding and appreciation of visual arts in Los Angeles and beyond

  2. Educational Partnerships

    Programs inspire young learners from all over Los Angeles to look closely and think critically about art

  3. Special Initiatives

    Getty spearheads innovative projects and partnerships with organizations in Los Angeles and around the globe

Through Getty Unshuttered, teen photographers are inspired to raise their voices for social good, transforming how we connect to ideas and each other.
Zafar Brooks, former president, Genesis Inspiration Foundation. Photo: Ryan Miller/Capture Imaging
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Volunteer

Support visitors’ enjoyment of the Getty Center and Villa

Explore docent and volunteer opportunities
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I enjoy exploring the art through engaging conversations with our students and visitors. The most rewarding part is providing a positive museum experience. That’s how you get them hooked!
Monica Standage, Docent, Getty Villa School Program
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