The Besser Museum is a 501 (c)(3), non-profit, membership corporation stewarded by its own Board of Trustees. The museum receives no continuing financial support from federal, state, or local government entities or millage. Operational support is generated through admission fees, membership dues, awarded grants and donations. Besser Museum is an accredited museum by the American Alliance of Museums.​

The Besser Museum is EXTREMELY  grateful to the Besser Foundation for generously supporting the mission of the Besser Museum and helping provide culturally enriching experiences to citizens living and visiting in Northeast Michigan.