MAC Membership fosters a diverse and passionate community of people dedicated to advancing accessibility for disabled New Yorkers throughout NYC’s vibrant cultural scene. Whether you’re an individual or an organization, your membership includes benefits that empower you to make a lasting impact on inclusivity and cultural engagement. As a member of MAC, you will have the opportunity to influence decision-making and contribute your voice to MAC leadership through opportunities to serve on one of MAC’s many committees.
By becoming a MAC member, you are participating in the collective commitment to cultural access to all. Membership fees support core MAC programs including free accessible workshops, experiences, and online resources. Join today and be a catalyst for change, making NYC a place where diversity is celebrated, and everyone can partake in the richness of its cultural sector.
Individual
$25
Designed for individuals, artists, researchers, and advocates. Elevate your impact and grow your network.
Institution
$150
Designed for cultural institutions and organizations, such as museums, theatres, libraries, and gardens. Institutional membership allows all staff at your organization to access MAC member benefits.
Member Benefits
| Benefit | Non-Members | Individual Members | Institutional Members (All employees) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecting | |||
| Monthly Newsletter | x | x | x |
| Networking opportunities for job seekers/ interns/ artists | x | x | x |
| Quarterly all-member meeting | x | x | |
| Invites to Event Meetups | x | x | |
| Other Networking opportunities | x | x | |
| Roundtables | x | x | |
| Eligible to be featured in MAC’s Newsletter and social media | x | ||
| Learning | |||
| Professional Development Workshops | Full Price | Free or Discounted | Free or Discounted |
| Opportunity to host a Supporting Transitions Apprentice or apply for one of the apprenticeships | x | x | x |
| Access to Accessibility Resources | x | x | x |
| Advocating | |||
| Post events in the MAC Cultural Calendar | x | x | x |
| Gain insight on current climate of arts accessibility through website and newsletter, including public campaigns | x | x | x |
| Eligible to sit on committee or hold leadership position | x | x | |
| Updates on MAC’s advocacy efforts & having a voice to representatives and funders through MAC (input, feedback, and action) | x | x | |