LibertyScienceCenter

You are invited to join Luminary Society, a distinguished group of visionary leaders whose gifts of $1,000 or more stimulate and sustain the Center’s exceptional educational programs. Members enjoy the company of other Liberty Science Center donors as well as significant benefits and privileges.  We would like to thank our Luminary Society donors.

Donations to Luminary Society are tax deductible. We will work with donors to customize benefits wherever possible.  To join Luminary Society, please click here.

Luminary Society Giving Circles

Patron’s Circle             ($1,000 – $2,499)
Leadership Circle         ($2,500 – $4,999)
President’s Circle         ($5,000 – $9,999)
Chairman’s Circle         ($10,000 – $24,999)
Founder’s Circle           ($25,000 – $50,000)
Premium Partners        ($100,000 and above)
Lifetime Donors            ($500,000 and above during a lifetime)

Benefits

Patron’s Circle ($1,000 – $2,499)
All benefits associated with Individual/Family Membership, plus:

• Invitations to private events hosted by Trustees and “Premier Events”
• Membership card for up to 10 guests per visit
• Recognition on the Science Center’s Donor Wall
• Recognition in the Center’s annual Gala program
• Invitations to the Center’s annual Gala
• Reciprocal free admission* to more than 270 participating Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) Passport Program with institutions worldwide
• Discounts at Connections: The Store, Café Skylines, and the IMAX® Dome Theater
• Insiders Club eNewsletters and updates on Liberty Science Center exhibitions and special events

Leadership Circle ($2,500 – $4,999)
All benefits above, plus:

• Special “behind-the-scenes” tours, upon request
• Two classroom field trips to the Center to be underwritten in your name, primarily serving at-risk students
• Four complimentary exhibition guest passes to share with family and friends, upon request
• 10 admission passes to the Center’s IMAX® Dome Theater, upon request
• Opportunity to provide feedback and input on upcoming exhibitions and special projects at Liberty Science Center
• Opportunity to purchase one gift membership at a 50% discount

President’s Circle ($5,000 – $9,999)
All benefits above, plus:

• Invitation to participate in the Annual Breakfast with the President and CEO of Liberty Science Center
• Invitations to special events held in private homes and other unique locations
• Four classroom field trips to the Center to be underwritten in your name, primarily serving at-risk students
• Briefings on upcoming programs and projects
• Complimentary passes to the IMAX® Dome Theater upon request (maximum of four passes per film; some exclusions apply)
• Six complimentary exhibition guest passes, upon request
• Opportunity to purchase two gift memberships at a 50% discount

Chairman’s Circle ($10,000 – $24,999)
All benefits above, plus:

• VIP concierge service, including a private tour for up to 10 guests, upon request
• Six classroom field trips to the Center to be underwritten in your name, primarily serving at-risk students
• Priority reservations for Luminary Society events
• Complimentary birthday party, accommodating up to 20 attendees (including children and adults)
• Eight complimentary exhibition guest passes, upon request
• 10% discount on facility rentals
• Opportunity to purchase three gift memberships at a 50% discount

Founder’s Circle ($25,000 – $50,000)
All benefits above, plus:

• Membership in our Advisory Forum, a vehicle for the recommendations of major gift donors
• Personal and private breakfast with the President and CEO
• Eight classroom field trips to the Center to be underwritten in your name, primarily serving at-risk students
• Complimentary usage of the Center’s board room (maximum of eight hours per year and subject to availability)
• 20 complimentary exhibition guest passes, upon request
• Opportunity to purchase four gift memberships at a 50% discount

Premium Partners ($100,000 and above)
Premium Partners offer exclusive benefits for the Center’s most dedicated, leadership donors. In addition to receiving all of the Luminary Society benefits described above, premium benefits are customized for this level of donation and may include one or more of the following benefits.

• Exclusive naming opportunities for properties within Liberty Science Center
• Opportunity to sponsor a special exhibit at the Center
• Opportunity to underwrite an education program at the Center
• Gala tables and/or foursomes for Liberty Science Center’s annual gala and Golf Tournament

Lifetime Donors ($500,000 and above during a lifetime)
Individuals who contribute $500,000 or more to Liberty Science Center during their lifetime will be recognized as a “Lifetime Donor” on the Science Center’s Donor Wall and in the Science Center’s annual gala program.

*Some restrictions apply.  Museums within 90 miles of the Science Center are excluded.