Join our donor community
Like the roots of a tree and tracks on a railroad, your support will lay the foundation in nurturing the museum’s growth. By becoming part of our Donor Community, you join other like-minded individuals committed to leading the Des Plaines Children’s Museum towards a bright and fun-filled future. Individuals within the Des Plaines Children’s Museum’s Donor Community can choose to give according to the donor levels below and their accompanying benefits.
Community Visionary – $100,000+
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, and Annual Reports, and “Seed to Roots” Founders Wall in Museum
- Tote bag and enamel pin(s) featuring the Des Plaines Children’s Museum logo and “donor” label
- Invitation to Behind the Scenes Exhibit Openings and Tours
- Name Recognition on the Museum Founder Wall
- Invitation to Donor Appreciation Day
- Opportunity to Host a Private Event or Meeting at the Museum (conditions apply)
Forest Pathfinder – $50,000-$99,999
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, and Annual Reports, and “Seed to Roots” Founders Wall in Museum
- Tote bag and enamel pin(s) featuring the Des Plaines Children’s Museum logo and “donor” label
- Invitation to Behind the Scenes Exhibit Openings and Tours
- Name Recognition on the Museum Founder Wall
- Invitation to Donor Appreciation Day
- Opportunity to Host a Private Event or Meeting at the Museum (conditions apply)
Train Conductor – $25,000-$49,000
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, and Annual Reports, and “Seed to Roots” Founders Wall in Museum
- Tote bag and enamel pin(s) featuring the Des Plaines Children’s Museum logo and “donor” label
- Invitation to Behind the Scenes Exhibit Openings and Tours
- Invitation to Donor Appreciation Day
- Opportunity to Host a Private Event or Meeting at the Museum (conditions apply)
River Navigator – $10,000-$24,999
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, and Annual Reports, and “Seed to Roots” Founders Wall in Museum
- Tote bag and enamel pin(s) featuring the Des Plaines Children’s Museum logo and “donor” label
- Invitation to Behind the Scenes Exhibit Openings and Tours
- Invitation to Donor Appreciation Day
Trail Explorer – $5,000-$9,999
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, and Annual Reports, and “Seed to Roots” Founders Wall in Museum
- Tote bag and enamel pin(s) featuring the Des Plaines Children’s Museum logo and “donor” label
- Invitation to Behind the Scenes Exhibit Openings and Tours
- Invitation to Donor Appreciation Day
Track Layer – $2,400-$4,999
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, and Annual Reports, and “Seed to Roots” Founders Wall in Museum
- Tote bag and enamel pin(s) featuring the Des Plaines Children’s Museum logo and “donor” label
- Invitation to Behind the Scenes Exhibit Openings and Tours
- Name Recognition on the “Seeds to Roots” Founders Wall
- Invitation to Donor Appreciation Day
Creek Creator – $1,000-$2,499
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, and Annual Reports, and “Seed to Roots” Founders Wall in Museum
- Tote bag and enamel pin(s) featuring the Des Plaines Children’s Museum logo and “donor” label
- Invitation to Behind the Scenes Exhibit Openings and Tours
Branch Grower – $500-$999
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, and Annual Reports (Act now! Donations at this level through December 31 2024 will also be recognized on the “Seeds to Roots” Founders Wall!)
- Tote bag and enamel pin(s) featuring the Des Plaines Children’s Museum logo and “donor” label
- Invitation to Behind the Scenes Exhibit Openings and Tours
Railway Planner – $250-$499
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, Annual Reports
- Tote bag and enamel pin(s) featuring the Des Plaines Children’s Museum logo and “donor” label
Stream Starter – $100-$249
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, and Annual Reports
- Tote bag and enamel pin(s) featuring the Des Plaines Children’s Museum logo and “donor” label
Sprout Supporter – $1-$99
- Name Recognition on Website, Newsletters, Annual Reports