The Barnes Foundation

Mission

The mission of the Barnes Foundation, which dates back to its founding in 1922, is the promotion of the advancement of education and the appreciation of the fine arts. In furtherance of its mission, the Barnes Foundation promotes appreciation of the arts and horticultural science, through the preservation, presentation, and interpretation of the collections of Albert C. and Laura L. Barnes. The Foundation will engage diverse audiences through its exceptional collections and related high-quality programs that reflect a broad range of periods and cultures and build on the founders' innovative educational vision of transforming lives through the arts and horticulture.

Vision

The Barnes Foundation strives to be a leading forum for exploration of the arts, ideas, and histories represented in its core collections.

Goals

1.Position the Barnes Foundation as a Center of research on its collection and related subjects, and as an innovator in art interpretation, education and engagement strategies.
2.Develop effective strategies for reaching the audiences and communities identified as priorities for the Barnes Foundation.
3.Improve communications with and the onsite experience for core supporters including developing experiences that are truly customized and regularly recognize those who make our operations possible.

Philadelphia PA | EIN: 23-6000149

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501(c)(3) organization

2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway,
Philadelphia PA 19130

https://www.barnesfoundation.org/

215-278-7000

The Barnes Foundation

Mission

Vision

The Barnes Foundation strives to be a leading forum for exploration of the arts, ideas, and histories represented in its core collections.

Goals

1.Position the Barnes Foundation as a Center of research on its collection and related subjects, and as an innovator in art interpretation, education and engagement strategies.
2.Develop effective strategies for reaching the audiences and communities identified as priorities for the Barnes Foundation.
3.Improve communications with and the onsite experience for core supporters including developing experiences that are truly customized and regularly recognize those who make our operations possible.

Philadelphia PA | EIN: 23-6000149

Profile managed by nonprofit | Is this your nonprofit?

501(c)(3) organization

2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway,
Philadelphia PA 19130

https://www.barnesfoundation.org/

215-278-7000

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Website Reported on Tax Form:Yes

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No Material Diversion of Assets:Yes

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Financial Statements:Yes

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Audit Oversight Committee:Yes

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No Loans Reported To or From Officers:Yes

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Records Retention Policy:Yes

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Tax Form Disclosed on Website:Yes

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100%	Website Reported on Tax Form:Yes
100%	No Material Diversion of Assets:Yes
100%	Financial Statements:Yes
100%	Audit Oversight Committee:Yes
100%	No Loans Reported To or From Officers:Yes
100%	Records Retention Policy:Yes
100%	Tax Form Disclosed on Website:Yes

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