For our ancestors. For our children. And for future generations.
Realizing the power of our history and visibility, the time has come to tell our story in our own words. The journey has begun in earnest, and we welcome your early support to help build this revolutionary museum from the ground up.
Become a friend of the museum with a gift of any size
Become a Founding Donor
We’ll open our first home in New York City in 2027. By making a donation of any size before then you will be recognized on a wall in our galleries. Donate Now
The Museum is an independent 501(c)(3), fiscally sponsored by the Fund for the City of New York. Donations to the Fund for the City of New York (on behalf of the American LGBTQ+ Museum) are eligible for charitable deductions under section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code.
Become a Founding Member
Join us at $72 / Year or $6 / Month to receive a limited-edition Pride-themed gift.
We’ll open our first home in New York City in 2027. By becoming a member you will be recognized on a wall in our galleries. Become a Member Now
Other Ways to Give
Planned Giving
If you are interested in Legacy Gifts or Bequests, please visit our Planned Giving page.
Donate by Check
Please make checks payable to:
The Fund for the City of New York | Attn: American LGBTQ+ Museum | 121 Avenue of the Americas FL 6, New York, NY 10013
Make a Gift of Stock
To make a gift of stock or security, please contact give@americanlgbtqmuseum.org.
Donor‑Advised Funds & Corporate Matching Accounts
If you would like to make a gift through your Donor-Advised Fund or Corporate Matching Account, please direct your contribution to our fiscal sponsor the Fund for the City of New York. In the memo or comments section of your donation, please note that “this gift is intended for the American LGBTQ+ Museum.” If you have any questions about gifts via donor-advised fund or corporate matching account, then please contact give@americanlgbtqmuseum.org.
Join our History Makers Circle
With a gift of $1,000.00 or more and receive special reports and updates, as well as invitations to Museum events and receptions.
Join Our Founders Council
With a gift of $25,000 or more, receive personal updates from our leadership on the impact of your foundational support, as well as invitations to Museum events and receptions. Founders Council members are recognized on our website.
Support our Campaign
To learn more about Making History Together, our $30 million campaign, click here.
Become a Corporate Sponsor
We offer Naming Opportunities beginning at $10,000.
Other Ways to Support
Can’t donate directly? Consider showing us your love in other ways.
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Host an Event
If you are interested in hosting a fundraising event, contact give@americanlgbtqmuseum.org.
Purchase a bottle of our Pride Wine Blend
10% of the proceeds from sales of Pride Blend will be donated to the American LGBTQ+ Museum.