Partners in Art is a volunteer organization focused on education and philanthropy. Membership is limited to about 70, on a first come, first served basis. All members are required to pay social dues of $300 per year and in addition are required to donate at least $350 to the group's charitable efforts. The group holds fundraising events, attracts sponsors to fund its activities and accepts donations from the public. Proposals for funding are welcomed and reviewed by a  project development committee. Generally PIA prefers an active collaboration on a project. PIA has supported both large (over $100 000) and small ($10 000 - $15 000) projects, and is interested in focusing on education, publication, and promoting alliances between global thinkers in the visual arts.

"We are so lucky! Partners in Art are 'game-shifters'. They have adopted the contemporary art scene, raising critical dollars with ever chic style and strategic savvy. PIA enables organizations such as OCAD, MOCCA, The Power Plant (the list goes on) to flourish..and with their leverage..to support an exchange of ideas, the internationalization of the Toronto scene and new commissions. Thank-you Partners in Art-- you are extreme philanthropists."
Sara Diamond OCAD President.