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Individual Giving

Your Gift. Their Discovery.

The true cost of providing a high-quality, interactive learning experience goes well beyond entrance fees. Community support is vital to our success and represents nearly 50 percent of the Museum's operating budget.

Donations allow the Museum to continue to provide a unique, state-of-the-art educational experience in an interactive, academic environment kids love. Donations also benefit the entire community by helping to fund the Access program, which provides free or reduced admission to low–income families and school groups. About 30 percent of our 400,000 guests attend at free or reduced admission through this program.

Give to the Max Day Results

Thank you for a tremendous show of support on November 17.

Thank you to everyone who supported Minnesota Children's Museum during Give To The Max day. We are proud to report that the Museum received more than 100 donations raising $40,750!!

We are grateful for all the donors who took advantage of this great opportunity to maximize their giving! Gifts to the Museum make an extraordinary positive impact for children, families, educators, and caregivers who are seeking meaningful play-based learning experiences.

THANK YOU for the community's strong show of support for sparking children’s learning through play at Minnesota Children's Museum! When we invest early, we can inspire growth in every child.

Contributions from individuals fuel discovery and early learning by enabling Minnesota Children's Museum to:

Deliver nationally-recognized exhibits and programming
Reach out to underserved neighborhoods and families through our Access program
Bring exemplary programs to area schools
Engage young minds and inspire creativity
Provide a safe learning environment for children and families
Create a stimulating atmosphere that channels a child's curiosity

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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)

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Adventurer ($150 – $249)

Traveler benefits plus:

Complimentary Passport Deluxe family membership ($125 value)
Invitation to two special family events free of charge

Explorer ($250 – $499)

Adventurer benefits plus:

A six person pass to the Museum
Invitation to a behind-the-scenes Museum tour
Your name listed in the Museum’s Annual Report

Discoverer ($500 – $999)

Explorer benefits plus:

Your name listed on donor wall in the Museum lobby
Invitation to Donor Appreciation events
Two complimentary parking passes

Children’s Circle ($1,000 – $2,499)

Discoverer benefits plus:

Two free guests per visit
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 Manager of Individual 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.