GIVING
PLEASE SUPPORT THE ALLEN COUNTY MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Allen County Museum and Historical Society is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization and relies heavily on donations for its programming and operations. There are many ways that you can support the Museum. You can make a general donation in any amount, you can become a member of the Museum or you can become a Friend of the Museum.
We are also looking for volunteers who are vital to the Allen County Museum and Historical Society’s operations. Contact us today at 419-222-9426 or museum@allencountymuseum.org to volunteer your time.
Either click the button below to donate, or scroll down to become a member or friend of the Allen County Museum.
BECOME A MEMBER OF THE ALLEN COUNTY MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
INDIVIDUAL – $25
- Free admission to the Museum and MacDonell House
- Allen County Reporter subscription
- Discount on Historical Society publications
- Special invitations
FAMILY – $35
- Free admission to the Museum and MacDonell House
- Free admission to MacDonell House for immediate family
- Allen County Reporter subscription
- Discount on Historical Society publications
- Special invitations
PATRON – $75
- Free admission to the Museum and MacDonell House
- Free admission to MacDonell House for immediate family
- Allen County Reporter subscription
- Discount on Historical Society publications
- Special invitations
- 10% discount on rental of Museum or MacDonell House
CENTENNIAL – $100
- Free admission to the Museum and MacDonell House
- Free admission to MacDonell House for immediate family
- 4 additional passes to the MacDonell House
- Allen County Reporter subscription
- Discount on Historical Society publications
- Special invitations
- 20% discount on rental of Museum or MacDonell House
TRUSTEES’ CIRCLE – $500
- Free admission to the Museum and MacDonell House
- Free admission to MacDonell House for immediate family
- 8 additional passes to the MacDonell House
- Allen County Reporter subscription
- Discount on Historical Society publications
- Special invitations
- 50% discount on rental of Museum or MacDonell House
FOUNDERS – $1,000
- Free admission to the Museum and MacDonell House
- Free admission to MacDonell House for immediate and extended family
- 16 additional passes to the MacDonell House
- Allen County Reporter subscription
- Discount on Historical Society publications
- Special invitations
- Free use of Museum or MacDonell House for one approved event per year; discounts for additional useage
If you prefer to mail a check, you may download our membership form here.
PLEASE FILL OUT THIS FORM TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE ALLEN COUNTY MUSEUM
OTHER WAYS TO GIVE
Memorial Gifts ~ Contributions made in memory of a loved one.
Honoriums ~ Contributions made in honor of someone living.
Tribute Gifts ~ Make a traditional gift giving holiday particularly meaningful (Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, wedding anniversaries or other occasions) with a gift to the Allen County Museum.
Matching Gifts ~ Your gift will have an even great impact if your employer offers a matching gift program. Contact your company representative to see if your employer matches charitable donations.
IRS Charitable Giving ~ Individual Retirement Account (IRA) owners over age 70 and a half may make a transfer of up to $100,000 per year to qualified charities including the Allen County Museum tax free and not included in adjusted gross income. Contact your financial advisor.
Gifts of Stock ~ Stock can be transferred to the Allen County Museum. Contact your financial advisor.
Bequests & Planned Giving ~ A bequest through your will allows you to designate a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate to the Allen County Museum. It can reduce the amount of your taxable estate.
