Donate FAQ
What does my donation support?
Your generous donations assist THEMUSEUM. Examples include:
- delivering curriculum-based education programs to school groups
- staging world-class exhibitions in our galleries
- running hands-on STEAM workshops with cutting-edge equipment
- offering a full slate of educational and social inclusion events for all ages
Your support can be designated for our general operating fund, or you can select a specific program.
Is THEMUSEUM a registered charity?
Yes, THEMUSEUM’s charitable registration number is 869509554RR0001.
Will I receive a donation receipt?
If you donate $25 or more, THEMUSEUM will issue a charitable tax receipt for your donation.
If you have any questions about charitable tax receipt eligibility, contact Bridget.Hinnegan@THEMUSEUM.ca
How else can I make a donation?
THEMUSEUM maintains a charity profile on CanadaHelps. Check Double the Donation to see if your employer maintains a matching donation program!
You can also make a gift by mail, telephone, gift of shares, or EFT by getting in touch with THEMUSEUM’s Development Staff (see How can I contact THEMUSEUM staff about my donation?)
Cheques made payable to THEMUSEUM can be mailed to:
THEMUSEUM
ATTN: Development Department
10 King St. W.
Kitchener ON N2G 1A3
How can I contact THEMUSEUM staff about my donation?
If you have any questions or requests, or wish to arrange an offline donation to THEMUSEUM, please contact THEMUSEUM’s Manager of Development, Bridget Hinnegan, at Bridget.Hinnegan@THEMUSEUM.ca.
Can I donate anonymously?
You can indicate if you do not wish to be acknowledged publicly by adding a message to the organization when you make your donation online. Before THEMUSEUM issues its annual impact report, THEMUSEUM staff will also contact past donors to confirm if they wish to be included in the list of donors.
It is also possible to remain fully anonymous by providing no contact information at the time of donation, but a tax receipt cannot be issued if you decline to provide your name and address.
Can I donate an artefact to THEMUSEUM?
THEMUSEUM is a non-collecting museum. If you would like to find a home for an artefact or artwork, THEMUSEUM does not usually accept items, but we can recommend other contacts in our community.
Donation Requests
Holding a fundraiser and looking to involve THEMUSEUM? Together we are able to awe, inspire, and enlighten!
We are pleased to share complimentary passes that can be used as prizes or auction items for events benefitting schools, government-affiliated organizations, or charitable organizations and causes. Please make your request at least 6 weeks before your event. THEMUSEUM does not require a tax receipt for these contributions.
We do not support events that directly benefit an individual/family.
Given the large number of requests we receive, THEMUSEUM is only able to accommodate a limited number of donation requests.
To make a donation request, please get in contact with Bridget.Hinnegan@themuseum.ca.
Corporate Sponsorships
If you are interested in partnering with THEMUSEUM, we want to get to know you and hear about your goals and priorities. We can customize your experience and guarantee your satisfaction. Please contact Bridget Hinnegan, Development Specialist, by email at bridget.hinnegan@themuseum.ca to arrange a meeting and learn more about the unique opportunities for sponsoring a gallery, program, exhibition or event at THEMUSEUM.