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Support The California Museum

For more information please contact us:

Leslie Armell
Associate Director of Development
916-651-0936
larmell@sos.ca.gov

There are many ways to support the Museum. Although cash gifts are always appreciated, there are a variety of creative and flexible options to give.

Founders Circle

Launched in 2006 with a lead gift from Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver, the Founders Circle is the Museum’s major donor program (unrestricted gifts of $25,000 or more). Among other benefits, Founders Circle members are invited to attend the prestigious California Hall of Fame induction ceremony, as well as other special, exclusive events throughout the year. These donors are recognized on our lobby donor wall, on our web site, in our newsletters and in other Museum program materials.

The California Museum launches several new exhibits, large and small, each year. Exhibit sponsorship is a creative and cost-effective answer to specific corporate marketing and philanthropic objectives.

Corporate Entertaining

Host a distinctive private event at the Museum. Learn more about renting the Museum.

Planned Giving

Consider supporting the Museum by planning a special kind of gift, such as appreciated securities or bequests.

In-Kind Donations

In-kind donations also support the Museum. When businesses and individuals provide goods and services at little or no cost, we can direct our financial resources toward essential projects that fulfill our mission.

Matching Charitable Giving Programs

Many employers have matching charitable giving programs, which will match employee’s contributions dollar for dollar or even triple your gift.

Are you a public employee?

Did you know you can reduce your income tax burden by donating to The California Museum? The California State Employees Charitable Campaign encompasses 31 regional campaigns, all of which list The California Museum as a possible recipient. More information can be found at www.csecc.org, the Museum's book (reference) number is 11088.

Shop and Donate

Select national retailers will donate a portion of your total purchase to The California Museum including, Amazon.com, Ebay, Target, The Sharper Image, Staples, Office Depot, The Gap, Home Depot, and many more. Participation is simple, go to ShopforMuseums.com, log in, and choose The California Museum; then just click on your favorite store and shop, shop, shop!