For almost 200 years, the Museum of Science has been a beacon of public science learning – opening minds, connecting people to the power and possibility of science, and inspiring STEM careers. By making a planned gift to the Museum of Science, you support our mission to inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone – for generations to come.

Planned gifts come in many forms, and there are several ways to include the Museum in your philanthropy that can benefit you and the important people in your life by providing income, reducing tax liability, and fulfilling your charitable goals. Contact us to learn more about thoughtful gift planning, and to explore how your gift can have a lasting impact on the Museum and beyond.

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Getting Started

Getting Started

There are many planned gifts that won’t affect your existing financial resources, but will have a significant impact on the Museum. Give while maintaining control and flexibility. 

Learn How You Can Give

Gifts by Will or Trust

Gifts by Will or Trust

A bequest is a gift in your will or revocable living trust. Assets including cash, securities, real estate, and personal property, may be transferred to the Museum at the end of your life. 

Learn About Bequests

IRA Charitable Rollover

IRA Charitable Rollover

The IRA charitable rollover (also called the Qualified Charitable Distribution, or QCD) is a great way to make a tax-free gift and satisfy your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD).

Learn About IRA/QCD

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Inspiring Stories

Each and every day, donors to the Museum are contributing to our mission and helping our institution make a lasting impact. Our Washburn Legacy Society members have stories to tell.

Read Their Stories