The Twentieth

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Philanthropy adviser Leslie Ramos on how to get the rich to fund the arts

—Financial Times

Leslie Ramos and Aurelie Cauchy on the complexities of art philanthropy

—LUX

Advisor Leslie Ramos Makes a Case for Giving to Arts and Culture

—Barrons

Money matters – the problem museums have with philanthropy

—Apollo

The arts in Paris are booming—and trying to nip at London’s heels

—The Economist

A Conversation with Leslie Ramos Author of Philanthropy in the Arts

—The Art Gorgeous

October book bag: from the ‘earthly delights’ of the Renaissance to a compendium of Latin American art

—The Art Newspaper

With Slashed Funding, British Museums Turn to Philanthropy

—The New York Times

Philanthropy in the Arts

A Game of Give and Take By Leslie Ramos
Kindle Edition | Hardcover Edition

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Description

Arts philanthropy is at a crucial moment: many arts organisations are facing a financial crisis, the 2020-21 Covid-19 pandemic exposed the fragility of existing funding structures, and various social initiatives and causes have thrown renewed focus on how the arts are funded. Around the world, a new generation of philanthropists is emerging with different motivations and priorities. This book offers an open and wide-ranging exploration of philanthropy in the arts from the perspectives of both the donors and the recipients, seeking to improve understanding on both sides, and asks what the future holds for arts philanthropy given the rapidly changing landscape. It provides an essential guide for collectors, philanthropists and patrons, as well as art-market and museum professionals, on the peculiarities of giving and taking in the arts sector.

Reviews

‘As expected from Lund Humphries’ Hot Topics in the Art World series, Leslie Ramos’ Philanthropy in the Arts: A Game of Give and Take is an insightful, analytical overview of arts philanthropy, looking at both giving and taking at the arts organisation level.’

Sandy Dewar, ArtTactic

‘This book is a much needed roadmap for the evolving arts-funding landscape and is essential for anyone who believes in art’s potential as a catalyst for a better world.’

Agnes Gund, President Emerita, Museum of Modern Art, and Founder of Studio in a School and Art for Justice

‘A must-read for museum professionals, this book is an engaging and enlightening journey through the nuanced world of arts philanthropy.’

Laurent Le Bon, President of Centre Pompidou

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‘We need strong leaders to stand up for the future of UK arts funding’ by Leslie Ramos

The Art Newspaper — July 2, 2024.

‘Be open and honest with donors’ — Aurelie Cauchy and Leslie Ramos on how to encourage philanthropy.

Museums Journal — February 5, 2024.

‘Empowering Arts Philanthropy: Breaking Down Barriers for High-Net-Worth Individuals’ by Aurelie Cauchy and Leslie Ramos

Family Office Magazine — Winter 2023

Leslie joined a panel with Dr Juliet Hacking, Fatos Ustek, and Georgina Adam on the future of art institutions, philanthropy, and private museums.

November 22, 2024 in London

Leslie spoke with Komal Shah and Charles Hack at TEFAF New York on shifting donor priorities and the future of cultural giving.

May 10, 2024, New York

Leslie joined Lucia Patuzzi for a Philea panel on how foundations support artists and creative practitioners.

April 15, 2024, Online

Listen to Leslie’s conversation with Megan Fox Kelly on supporting the arts strategically in episode 25 of Reading the Art World.

March 20, 2024, on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Leslie spoke at Mishcon de Reya LLP’s Trustees in the Arts series on key issues facing arts trustees in 2024.

March 5, 2024, London