Support the Museum of Craft and Design
The Museum of Craft and Design has strengthened its commitment to meeting people where they’re at, bringing creativity from inside the museum out into the community. MCD champions designers, makers, artists, and risk-takers, because we believe that access to creativity is essential.
By making a gift today, you will enable MCD to increase the number of programs offered to the community, both inside the museum and out! We are proud to be expanding our opportunities for creative engagement, and we couldn’t celebrate this without thanking you for helping us along the way. Help MCD continue to bring creativity to people where they’re at. With your support, we continue to make craft, design, and the creative process accessible to all, inside the museum, and out.
For more information on ways to support MCD, please contact our Development Team at [email protected] All gifts are tax-deductible.
Donor Circle
Turn your love of craft and design into a legacy that inspires future generations. MCD supporters at the $1,000 level and above automatically become part of our Donor Circle which includes more benefits than ever before. Your 100% tax-deductible gift supports leading-edge craft and design exhibitions and enables inspirational arts experiences for visitors of all ages.
DONORS CIRCLE LEVELS AND BENEFITS
PATRON $1,000+
- Exclusive national and international travel opportunities with MCD’s executive director and internationally recognized curators and collectors.
- Unlimited museum admission for two cardholders and one guest each plus free admission for children under 18
- Reciprocal admission at over 1,000 museums nationwide through NARM including 14 museums in San Francisco
- Invitations to member-only exhibition previews and private regional tours with artists, collectors, and curators
- 15% discount at our award-winning Museum Store
- Acknowledgment on the MCD Donor Wall and website
- Invitations to exclusive Donor Circle exhibition previews, opening celebrations and intimate behind the scenes gatherings
- Priority access and advanced registration opportunities for MCD programs and events
ASSOCIATE $2,500+
- Private tours of MCD’s exhibitions for you and guests
- Reserved VIP seating at select museum events and programs
- Unlimited museum admission for two cardholders and one guest each plus free admission for children under 18
- Reciprocal admission at over 1,000 museums nationwide through NARM including 14 museums in San Francisco
- Invitations to member-only exhibition previews and private regional tours with artists, collectors, and curators
- Exclusive international travel opportunities with the Executive Director
- 15% discount at our award-winning Museum Store
- Acknowledgment on the MCD Donor Wall and website
- Invitations to exclusive Donor Circle exhibition previews, opening celebrations, and intimate behind-the-scene gatherings
- Priority access and advanced registration opportunities for MCD programs and events
ADVOCATE $5,000+
- Invitations to private cocktail receptions and dinners with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors
- Private tours of MCD’s exhibitions for you and guests
- Reserved VIP seating at select museum events and programs
- Unlimited museum admission for two cardholders and one guest each plus free admission for children under 18
- Reciprocal admission at over 1,000 museums nationwide through NARM including 14 museums in San Francisco
- Invitations to member-only exhibition previews and private regional tours with artists, collectors, and curators
- Exclusive international travel opportunities with the Executive Director
- 15% discount at our award-winning Museum Store
- Acknowledgment on the MCD Donor Wall and website
- Invitations to exclusive Donor Circle exhibition previews, opening celebrations, and intimate behind-the-scene gatherings
- Priority access and advanced registration opportunities for MCD programs and events
Special Funds
Jennifer Carroll Wilson Fund For Children’s Art Education
Honor the life and creative spirit of Jennifer Carroll Wilson through this fund which supports access to high-quality art education opportunities for children and families in the Bay Area. Jennifer was a bright light at MCD and a champion of our mission, consistently supportive as a gifted board member, generous donor, talented jeweler represented in our store, and an avid volunteer. This fund will ensure that her memory and impact is not forgotten.
Ted Cohen Memorial Exhibition Fund
Sponsorship
Individual, foundational and corporate gifts support a broad range of initiatives at the museum, including:
- Special exhibitions
- Educational programming for children and adults
- Special events and fundraisers
Supporters receive brand recognition, exclusive museum access, and special engagement opportunities for employees, clients and community partners. MCD is pleased to highlight our partners who provide energy that spurs the museum’s growth and helps us fulfill our mission while enriching the lives of the community.
Contact our Development Team to learn more about upcoming opportunities at [email protected] or 415.773.0303.
Matching Gifts
If your employer offers a Matching Gift program you can use it to multiply the amount of your gift to MCD. We appreciate the companies that offer Matching Gift programs, and recognize them as donors. Please note that employer contributions can only be applied to individual gifts, not to membership fees.
Planned Giving
Join us in building a path to the future of creative expression and provide a legacy of support for the long-term future of the Museum of Craft and Design. Help us ensure that our institution continues to thrive as an inspiring and distinctive venue for contemporary craft and design.
If you’d like to discuss making a planned gift to MCD, such as a bequest in your will or living trust, or naming MCD as a beneficiary of your retirement plan or life insurance policy, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re happy to work with you and/or your estate planning attorney or financial advisor to thoughtfully and properly implement your wishes.
The Museum of Craft and Design is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable institution. For more information, please contact our Development Team at [email protected] or 415.773.0303.
