Individual Giving
Your Gift. Their Discovery.
Make a donation today and bring joy-filled, learning-infused play to Minnesota's children.
The Museum believes that play changes the world. Beneath its shiny, colorful veneer it has powers that are life-changing. Play is a mighty motivator, an earnest educator, a creative catalyst. Your support is vital as collectively we champion the power of play and expand playful learning opportunities for children, particularly in distressed communities.
Your support is the fuel that allows us to:
- Deliver nationally-recognized exhibits and programming
- Reach out to underserved neighborhoods and families through our Play for All program
- Develop and build learning environments in local libraries and community centers
- Train thousands of early childhood educators through our professional development programs
- Bring exemplary programs to area schools
- Engage young minds and inspire creativity
Become a donor now, and start receiving our Eureka newsletter.
Donor Benefits
As a donor to Minnesota Children's Museum, you can take advantage of the many benefits that come with your gift, including:
Traveler ($50 – $149)
- Museum Donor newsletter - Eureka
Adventurer ($150 – $249) - No Membership
All of the above benefits
- Two one-time bonus admission passes to share with family and friends
- Two one-time bonus parking passes
- Recognition as a contributing member in the Museum's Annual Report
Contributing Memberships Begin at $179+
Adventurer ($179 - $249)
- All the benefits of a Passport Deluxe family membership ($129 value)
- One additional FREE guest per visit (two total)
- Two one-time bonus admission passes to share with family and friends
- Two one-time bonus parking passes
- Recognition as a contributing member in the Museum's Annual Report
If you receive a Museum membership, $95 of your gift is non-tax deductible. Please contact John Heizer to receive your member benefit.
Explorer ($250 – $499)
Adventurer benefits plus:
- Two more one-time bonus admission passes (four total)
- Two more one-time bonus parking passes (four total)
- Recognition as a contributing member in the Museum's Annual Report
If you receive a Museum membership, $95 of your gift is non-tax deductible. Please contact John Heizer to receive your member benefit.
Discoverer ($500 – $999)
Explorer benefits plus:
- Your name listed on donor wall in the Museum lobby
- Invitation to Donor Appreciation events
If you receive and/or donate a Museum membership, $95 for each membership is non-tax deductible. Please contact John Heizer to receive your member benefit.
Children’s Circle ($1,000 – $2,499)
Discoverer benefits plus:
- Invitation to exclusive VIP events
- One complimentary membership to donate or share
Gifts $2,500 and above
- For benefits at donor levels above $2,499, please contact the Museum’s Development Department at 651-225-6055.
Please contact the Director of Annual Giving at 651-225-6055 for more information. Your gift is tax–deductible as allowed by law. Benefits are not transferable and are subject to change.
Case For Support
Our families and neighborhoods shape our earliest learning. Navigating the leap from the intimate learning experiences of family, friends and neighbors to the focused curriculum of school can be challenging. Through its exhibits and programs, Minnesota Children's Museum sparks learning through play, making a vital difference for children’s futures.
Find out more about how your gift can help us provide a unique haven that brings children, families and communities together for quality, productive interaction.
Download a copy of our Case Statement (.pdf)
How to Donate
You may donate to Minnesota Children’s Museum in the following ways:
For more information, please contact Development online or call 651-225-6039.
