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By making a tax-deductible contribution to the museum, you can help us continue our efforts to study and protect our natural world and its cultural heritage, and educate thousands of people in the process.
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A child experiences the world of insects.
Photo by Lance Alder
Give to the Annual Fund: Here's Why

The Burke Museum is a treasure trove of natural and artistic wonders from the Pacific Northwest and around the world. With your support, we can conserve our heritage and share our knowledge with generations to come.

Three Easy Ways to Give!
  • Give on our secure Online Giving Site.
  • Call the museum Development Office, at 206-543-9539.
  • Print our downloadable donor form (PDF), fill it out, and mail or fax it to:
    Development Office, Burke Museum
    University of Washington Box 353010
    Seattle, WA 98195-3010
    Fax: 206-685-3039




Annual Fund

Each year, the Burke Museum must seek crucial Annual Fund contributions to support the many programs we can bring you and your family:

  • Exhibits
  • Family events
  • Cultural programs
  • Provocative lectures
  • Artist demonstrations
  • Outstanding K–12 educational programs for students throughout Washington

We invite you to give to the Annual Fund today and make a difference at the Burke Museum.




Benefits of giving to the Annual Fund

Donors to the Annual Fund at $100 or more are considered members of the Burke Museum and receive the many benefits and privileges that membership provides. You'll find something for everyone to enjoy.

Levels of Annual Fund contribution that include membership:
Cascade Associate ($100–$249)
Northwest Partner ($250–$499)
Pacific Club ($500–$999)
Director's Circle ($1,000 and above)

Matching gifts:
You can double—and in some cases triple—the value of your donation to the Burke Museum through your employer's matching gift program. Do you or your spouse/partner work for a matching gift company?
Not sure? Check here. Please contact the matching gifts coordinator in your company's Personnel, Human Resources, or Community Relations department to obtain a matching gift form. Just complete the matching gift form and send it to the Burke Museum along with your contribution, and we'll do the rest.

For additional information on our funding needs, your employer's matching gift program, your options for planned giving, or to learn more about giving gifts of securities, please don't hesitate to call the Burke Museum's Development Office, at 206-543-9539.








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