Based on the organization's budget size Up to a 10-member bundle
Non-profit museums, historical societies, zoos, botanical gardens, and aquariums, etc, incorporated and operating in New York State. Organizational Membership includes a bundle of 10 individual profiles for specific museum staff, board, and volunteers to log in and access member benefits. Budget size is self-reported and generally based on the organization's most recently submitted 990.
Resources for all MANY members
MANY provides museum members with professional development opportunities, amplified advocacy, connections for community collaboration, and resources for sustainable change. All members have access to:
20+ free virtual programs annually; a full archive of past sessions
Discounted registration for MANY's annual conference and all MANY fee-based programs
Subscription to This Month in NYS Museums e-newsletter, including news, updates about public resources and the actions of New York's elected representatives, announcements of open funding opportunities, and notices about upcoming events around the state.
Free postings on the MANY jobs board
Member Resources Center
Member Discussion Forum
Deaccessioning Forum (coming 2026)
Opportunity to present/propose/request a virtual program
Opportunity to present or be recognized as a sponsor of a conference event or program
Opportunity to co-host a MANY meet-up for all members in your area.
Opportunity for Instagram takeover/feature MANY's social media feeds
Discounted registration to the American Alliance of Museums Museums Advocacy Day
Discounts and access to the shared resources of MANY peer associations
Discounted products and services from Industry Partners, including Gaylord Archival and the Retail Council of NYS
Listing on the MANY's public membership map
Add an NYCON Affiliate Membership
The New York State Council of Nonprofits helps New York's nonprofits to build their capacity for growth and community impact with resources that include:
Webinars and trainings from nonprofit experts
Access to technical assistance (law, finance, marketing, business strategy, and more)
Strategic planning guidance
Insurance & employee benefits
NYCON Affiliation Memberships are only available for active MANY Organizational Members and are valid from January to December.
NYCON Affiliate Membership rate is based on organizational budget size.
