Areas Of Giving


WHY DONATE

Donations to the Armstrong Air & Space Museum play a vital role in helping preserve and celebrate our national aerospace heritage. Contributions to this community-led institution will continue to help inspire future generations by showcasing the incredible achievements of aviation and aerospace pioneers, like Neil Armstrong, through engaging exhibits and award-winning educational programs. But most importantly, your donation will ensure that the spirit of discovery and innovation continues to thrive in the hearts and minds of everyone who walks through our doors. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, your gift is tax deductible in accordance with IRS regulations.

if you are interested in giving donations in any form PLEASE CONTACT:

DEANNA KINDELL

Director of Retail Sales & Donor Engagement

MAKE A MONETARY DONATION EMAIL DEANNA CALL DEANNA - (419) 738-8816

Memorial, Tribute, or In Honor

Memorial, Tribute, or In Honor - are gifts made in memory of one who has passed or living.

A memorial gift is made at the death of an individual benefiting a charitable organization selected by the deceased or the deceased’s family and friends. “In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Armstrong Air & Space Museum” is a memorial designation often seen in an obituary.

In Honor donations are made honor a living person.

Armstrong Air & Space Museum acknowledges all gifts received sending a letter to the donor. Then each month, a letter is sent to the next of kin listing all those who have donated in their loved one’s memory without the gift amount.

Example:
Donations received in memory of: John Smith
Mr. & Mrs. John Doe
1 Main St
Anywhere, OH 11111


All are invited to volunteer their time and energy giving tours, organize fundraising activities, and helping with special projects are a few of the various opportunities available.

One Giant Leap

The major components of the $4.5 million Armstrong Air & Space Museum’s expansion and renovation project include the following enhancements:

  • Expand and renovate the existing museum building, now approaching 50 years old, to address deficiencies in visitor traffic flow and overall museum operational capabilities
  • Improve the Armstrong Air & Space Museum’s exhibits, making them both more interactive and more inclusive of 21st century aerospace exploration themes
  • Establish a new STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Education Program, which will offer a variety of outcome-oriented learning programs, with an emphasis on students in grades 6-12

Education & Programming

Donors are needed for us to provide year-round education programs for all generations

Exhibits & Collections

Brighten the Holidays for others providing funds for the purchase of new displays and maintenance of the existing displays

Holiday Light Celebration

Donors are needed for us to provide year-round education programs for all generations

Operations

Donations to the Operations benefit each and every area including education events, programming, maintain the grounds, and the general upkeep.

DONOR LEVELS

  • EAGLE LEVEL - $500,000+

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  • SATURN LEVEL - $100,000-$499,999

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  • TITAL LEVEL - $25,000-$99,999

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  • ATLAS LEVEL - $10,000-$24,999

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  • REDSTONE LEVEL - $5,000-$9,999

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GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

SPONSOR AN EVENT

Throughout the year, the museum hosts numerous events and celebrations in the community. These events allow the museum to give back in a meaningful way and create a lasting impact for all participants. The museum is always looking for community leaders and organizations to help fund or participate in these events. Some of our annual programming includes:

Wapakoneta Summer Moon Festival

Armstrong Museum Holiday Lights

Guest Speaker events

Boo! On the Moon event

Horizons donor event

For more information, visit our sponsorship opportunities’ page, or contact Deanna Kindell at dkindell@armstrongmuseum.org

MATCHING GIFT
A matching gift is a philanthropic practice where the charitable contributions of employees are matched to a certain amount by a company or organization. The opportunity not only benefits the non-profit organization, but it also fosters a culture of giving at the company and strengthens their commitment to helping quintessential groups in the local community. For more information on this opportunity, please contact Deanna Kindell at
dkindell@armstrongmuseum.org or call (419)-738-8816.

LEGACY / ESTATE GIFT
For individuals and families that are looking to make a long and lasting impact on the museum’s mission, consider a legacy or estate gift. By including the Armstrong Air & Space Museum in your estate planning, you leave behind a lasting legacy that transcends your lifetime, ensuring that the museum can continue to educate and inspire for years to come. These contributions are an enduring reminder of a donor’s commitment to helping and inspiring others, while also allowing them to commemorate their passion for exploration and discovery. For more information on this giving opportunity, please contact Deanna Kindell at
dkindell@armstrongmuseum.org or call (419)-738-8816

ANNUAL APPEAL
The museum’s annual appeal is an essential endeavor that helps deepen our ability to further our mission. By giving to this campaign, donors directly impact the future of programs and projects happening at the museum. Every contribution, regardless of size, plays an instrumental role in sustaining the museum’s bold ambitions and goals.

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