Figurative is an independent not-for-profit specialising in impact, investment and innovation in the cultural and creative sector. We advise organisations and funders with a view to creating a global community of practice around impact investing in the arts.

Launched in 2024, we incorporate Arts & Culture Finance (formerly part of Nesta) and New Philanthropy for Arts & Culture. We have extensive experience of raising and managing investment funds, leading fundraising campaigns, designing innovation programmes and creating specialist impact frameworks.

Examples of our advisory offer include:

●    Advice on setting up impact investment funds for the arts.
●    Impact strategies and measurement frameworks for cultural sectors and subsectors.
●    Programme development support and consultancy.
●    Networking opportunities and cross-sector introductions.
●    Expert speakers at conferences and events.
●    Advice on how to attract philanthropic gifts.
●    Development of place-specific networks of arts supporters and would-be supporters.
●    Research into arts philanthropy, including what motivates donors and how sector models might evolve to attract new supporters.