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Daniel Clayton Greer
Since our founding as the Cupertino Historical Society in 1966, we have been dedicated to preserving, sharing, and engaging with Cupertino’s history to inspire current and future generations.
As a private institution with little city funding and no state funding, we rely almost entirely on charitable contributions from supporters like you. You know the value of our shared history. Please consider membership and our giving opportunities to help us ensure others experience it, too.
YOUR GIFT HELPS UNDERWRITE:
- Innovative educational programs
- Compelling lectures and exhibitions
- Research and digital initiatives
- Conservation and preservation of a collection of Cupertino history
Individual Membership
Join others who value what we learn from the past.
Purchase memberships online, through the mail, or in person at our museum. Membership helps the Cupertino Historical Society + Museum care for its collection of over 5000 objects, present engaging public programs, and innovative exhibitions, and serve several thousand Cupertino and area students, teachers, and young people every year. Become a member today–it is only through your support that we can continue making history matter.
For all membership levels benefits include:
- Membership is valid for twelve months
- Unlimited free admission to the CHS Museum
- Subscription to our quarterly newsletter, The Cornerstone
- Unlimited Research Requests
- Invitations to exhibition openings, book talks, workshops, lectures, family programs, off-site programs, the annual meeting, and other member-only events
- Discount on Museum Store purchases
- Member pricing for paid events
We have integrated the option to purchase or renew membership through Square by clicking one of the membership options below.
Pioneer- $50.00
Explorer – $100.00 – Includes NARM membership for one person.
The North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Pass Program adds a decal on your CHSM membership card that grants you free or reduced admission to more than 1,000 museums in the U.S. and Canada.
Trailblazer – $500.00 – Includes NARM membership for two and ROAM Membership.
The Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM) program adds a decal on your CHSM membership card that grants you free or reduced admission at additional museums and cultural institutions.
You can mail a check to the museum. You can download and print the form and mail it, with a check, to Cupertino Historical Museum, 10185 N. Stelling Road, Cupertino, California 95014.
Ways to Give
GIVE TO THE GENERAL FUND
Gifts to the Annual Fund power the heart of our mission, helping to underwrite exhibitions, events, and programs. These gifts also support our popular lecture series, school and community group Traveling Trunk Programs and activities, multi-generational learning experiences, and other educational programming. If you prefer to not use credit card online, you can send a check payable to the Cupertino Historical Society to our address found at the bottom of the page.
Any employer matching gifts count toward your total annual contribution. Additionally, gifts of appreciated securities offer a number of tax advantages over a cash gift. For more information about gifts of appreciated securities, please contact our Treasurer, Wendell Kerr.
GIVE TO YOUR FAVORITE PROGRAM
Become an integral part of the Cupertino Historical Society + Museum and community by targeting your support for a specific program or project:
- Conservation, Storage, and Preservation projects
- Special and changing exhibitions
- Traveling Trunk Program Support
- Lecture Series
- Research and digital initiatives
- Publication and Book Prizes
- Middle and High School Student Essay Contest Program
For significant donations we can prepare a customized proposal designed to serve your unique interests and the needs of our community in the best possible way.
GIVE TO TRIBUTE, MEMORIAL, AND "IN LIEU OF"
Give a gift in honor or memory of friends and family, especially when donations are requested in lieu of gifts. Supporting the Cupertino Historical Society and Museum connects the past with the future, and is an especially meaningful way to celebrate special occasions and remember loved ones. For more information or to make a gift, please contact our Treasurer, Wendell Kerr.
GIVE AS PART OF YOUR LEGACY PLANNING
When you include the Cupertino Historical Society + Museum in your financial or estate plans, you fulfill the promise that the next generation will continue to learn from Cupertino’s past. Bequests and other planned gifts give the Cupertino Historical Society the necessary resources for this institution to plan for its future.
If you already made a provision for the Cupertino Historical Society in your estate plans, please help us by using this form to let us know of your generous intention so we can honor your passion for Cupertino’s past and be good stewards of your legacy.
Please contact our Treasurer and Financial Officer, Wendell Kerr, to have a confidential conversation about supporting the Cupertino Historical Society or to request information about professional advisors, bequests, retirement plans, life insurance policies, or charitable remainder trusts.
GIVE OF YOUR TIME
Our volunteers have the opportunity to gain exposure in the workings of a museum and contribute valuable visitor services to our guests. Qualified volunteers should possess a flexible attitude for dealing effectively with the public, proficiency with computers, and an understanding that reliability is critical.
Volunteer positions are open to all individuals who meet the minimum qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.
GIVE OF YOUR EXPERTISE!
Do you have a special skill, talent, or knowledge that you would be glad to share? Get involved in the Cupertino Historical Society + Museum! We would love to have your help with a myriad of projects and topics—from musical performance to finance—we can put your skills and abilities to use. For information and to discuss involvement with our organization, please contact Donna Austin at (408) 973-1495.
GIVE OF YOUR NON-MONETARY RESOURCES!
We are constantly looking for community business partners for in-kind donations of goods and services for our Annual Fundraising BBQ, among other events and offerings. In-kind donations are a great way to brand your organization to our membership and friends while receiving a tax benefit. For information and to discuss in-kind donations and silent auction items, please contact Donna Austin at (408) 973-1495.
Tax Information and Charitable Accountability
TAX DEDUCTIBILITY
Annual fund, membership and other contributions for which no goods or services are exchanged are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.
TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
94-2694547
CHARITABLE ACCOUNTABILITY
Corporate & Foundation
Partnerships & Sponsorships
As a partner with the Cupertino Historical Society + Museum, you connect your brand to the oldest cultural organization of its kind in the City of Cupertino. From providing free student and teacher programming and thought-provoking exhibits to offering public access to lectures by award-winning historians, your support of the Cupertino Historical Society + Museum enlivens our community by preserving the value of our shared history.
Your corporate and foundation benefits include:
- Employee engagement and client entertainment opportunities
- Visibility and branding through sponsorships of various CHSM events, publications, and programs
- Invitations to special events, lectures, and other programs
CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION PARTNERSHIPS
- Founders Circle $15,000 and above
- Elisha Stephens Circle $10,000
- De Anza Explorer Council $5,000
- Historical Fellow $2,500
LET US HELP: Our Executive Director, Jennifer Furlong, will be glad to answer questions and help you select the right partnership or special project for your company. Contact Donna Austin at 408-973-1495.