The British Association of Friends of Museums (BAFM) is an independent organisation for Friends, supporters, and volunteers in museums, galleries, and heritage sites within the United Kingdom.
[1] It provides a network of support from people with practical experience of running Friends organisations and is a central source of information.
It has links with UK Area Museum Councils and other national UK organisations such as: BAFM is a member of the World Federation of Friends of Museums.
It organizes national and regional events, provides a Handbook for Friends, a Handbook for Heritage Volunteer Managers & Administrators, and many information sheets.
[5] Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester [6] Since 2021 BAFM has operated an IMPACT award currently (2022) £1k.