Support

The Museum relies on you—our visitors, members, and donors—to continue our mission.

In December 2024, the Museum will celebrate the Grand Opening of more than 375,000 square feet of new and expanded galleries—showcasing specimens and scientific discoveries in ways that will inspire and educate all who visit.

Your generous contributions support our efforts to uncover new fossils, advance our research, and share our findings with the public. Together, we can continue to make remarkable discoveries and inspire future generations of scientists.

There are many ways to support the Museum, and we’re happy to help you find one that’s right for you. Your gift can help protect the natural world, champion leadership for a sustainable future, and inspire a passion for science and nature.

 

Ways to give

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Transforming the World of Discovery campaign

Our campaign supports a full transformation of our campus and all our exhibits, and reimagines the way our visitors engage with science and nature. This dynamic reinvention pioneers a new model for how natural history museums engage the public, protect the environment, and empower individuals to be a voice for the planet.

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Make a Gift

Your support of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History brings our mission to life.

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Leadership Circle

A contribution at the Leadership Circle level is a deeply valued commitment to the Museum, the community, and the world that you care about science and nature.

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Planned Giving

Including the Museum in your estate plan enables us to educate and inspire people of all ages and maintain a world-class scientific presence in Cleveland.

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Corporate & Foundation Partners

The support of companies and foundations has a direct and profound impact on the Museum’s mission.

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Giving Societies

Join us in fueling groundbreaking research, educational programs, and interactive experiences together.

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Donor Privacy Statement

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History greatly appreciates all gifts made to the Museum and respects the privacy of our donors. The Museum does not share or sell a donor’s personal information with other individuals, nonprofits, or for-profit organizations, except when supplying necessary information to the Museum’s external independent auditors, bank, and the Internal Revenue Service. The Museum also does not send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations. 

Download our Donor Bill of Rights. 

For other information regarding donations, please call Kelly Federico at 216-231-4600 x3360.