ASTC has been keeping up with the fast-moving actions in Washington, D.C. that impact the operation of science and technology centers and museums as businesses and employers. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act include a number of relief provisions relevant to nonprofit organizations. In addition, many organizations have been developing and compiling resources that can help institutions navigate new financial and operational realities. Explore the following pages for information relevant to science and technology centers and museums:
- Business Loans (including Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), Main Street Lending Program, and Grants for Shuttered Venue Operators)
- Employment Resources
- Federal Grants and Contracts
- Philanthropy and Charitable Giving
- Re-opening Resources
Resources from Other Museum and Nonprofit Organizations
American Alliance of Museums
- Finding Financial Relief and Support
- Strategies for Short-term Financial Survival from Center for Future of Museums
- “Using Scenarios to Plan Your Museum’s COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Response” from the Center for the Future of Museums
Independent Sector
National Council of Nonprofits
- Nonprofit COVID-19 Guide which includes resources for funding, operations, and keeping equity at the center.
SCORE
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Colleen Dilenschneider
- “Credibility of Museums Continues to Increase During the Pandemic” (October 14, 2020)
- “Market Potential…Cultural organizations not expected to see a full return to 2019 attendance until 2023” (August, 5, 2020)
- “How COVID-19 is Impacting Intentions to Visit Cultural Entities”
- July 13, 2020 (Data Update); July 6, 2020; June 29, 2020 (Data Update); June 22, 2020 (Data Update); May 18, 2020 (Data Update); May 4, 2020 (Data Update); April 27, 2020 (Data Update); April 20, 2020 (Data Update); April 6, 2020 (Data by Region); March 30, 2020 (Data Update); March 23, 2020 (Data Update); March 16, 2020
- “Most People Want Cultural Entities to Require Masks” (July 1, 2020)
- “Why People Say They Won’t Visit Cultural Entities, COVID-19 Aside” (June 24, 2020)
- “When Do People Plan To Visit Cultural Entities Again?” (June 15, 2020)
- “How COVID-19 & Civil Unrest Are Impacting Intent to Visit Cultural Entities”
- “Masks? Antibody Testing? Big Updates On What Will Make People Feel Safe Visiting” (May 20, 2020)
- “Meeting Visitor Needs: What Will Make People Feel Safe by Age & Income” (May 6, 2020)
- “Why Members and Subscribers Are Critical for Your Reopening Strategy” (May 1, 2020)
- “Intent to Visit by Household Income: What it Means for Reopening” (April 29, 2020)
- “Which Cultural Entities Will People Return to After Reopening?”
- April 22, 2020 (Data Update); April 8, 2020
- “Performance Vs. Exhibit-Based Experiences: What Will Make People Feel Safe Visiting Again?” (April 15, 2020)
- “What Will Make People Feel Safe Attending A Cultural Entity Again?” (April 1, 2020)
- “Post-Pandemic, Which Cultural Entity Types Are People More Likely to Revisit?” (March 25, 2020)
This website is provided as a service to the community to provide general information to the science center community and should not be construed as legal or financial advice. We encourage you to consult with appropriate counsel for guidance specific to your institution and situation. Inclusion of links does not necessarily imply endorsement by ASTC.