Philanthropy Programs

"Heritage should be a living force for education for schools, groups, and people of all kinds in all walks of life ..." Josiah K. Lilly, III, Founder

Heritage Museums & Gardens is a non-profit organization that relies on a variety of funding sources to maintain the excellent programs, spectacular grounds and outstanding collections for which we are known.  There are many ways to give to Heritage, each with benefits and privileges in appreciation for your generosity:

Annual Appeal – The heart of our support

The Brick Walkway Memorial – Honor friends and family while supporting Heritage, through the purchase of an inscribed walkway brick, brick plaque, or garden bench.

Support/Restore/Preserve – our initiative to provide ongoing support specifically to the popular loof Carousel and Antique Automobile Collections.

A Vision for the Future: The Heritage Museums & Gardens Legacy Society – Recently established, the Legacy Society enables supporters to establish a lasting legacy. For more information, contact the Office of Development at 508.888.3300, x-111, or E-Mail: ahoxie@heritagemuseums.org

Gifts of Cash or Negotiable Securities – As a 501© 3, Heritage Museums & Gardens gladly accepts gifts of cash or negotiable securities.  These gifts, tax deductible to the full extent of the law, provide funds for current operations, maintenance of grounds and collections, special exhibitions, and many public programs.  Donations may be made payable to Heritage Museums & Gardens, and sent to the attention of Wendy Perry, contact information below.

CORPORATE PROGRAMS

Corporate Matching Gifts and Corporate Partners Program – Consider including Heritage Museums & Gardens on your employee matching gift program.  If you are an employee of a company that offers gift-matching programs, please ask your company to include Heritage.  As a 501©3 organization, donations to Heritage are fully tax deductible as the law allows.

Corporate Membership – Heritage welcomes corporate members with a variety of benefits to you and your employees.  For more information on this wonderful gift you can give to both Heritage and your employees, contact the Membership Office, at 508.888.3300, x-111, or E-Mail: ahoxie@heritagemuseums.org

To speak to someone directly about how you can support Heritage, call the Office of Development at 508.888.3300, x-114, or E-Mail wperry@heritagemuseums.org.  Or click here to fill out the convenient Online Pledge Form.