Art & culture nonprofits focus on promoting, preserving, and enhancing cultural and artistic expression. They often provide access to the arts through exhibits, performances, education, and outreach, particularly for underserved communities. These nonprofits support cultural heritage, artistic innovation, and community engagement.

For a community, such organizations enhance quality of life by fostering creativity, diversity, and social cohesion. They also contribute to local economies by attracting cultural tourism, supporting artists, and creating vibrant, inclusive spaces for shared cultural experiences.