Individual Giving
Make a tax-deductible donation, and please consider a monthly/recurring option.
- $18 – Provide admission for one low-income or at-risk child and their adult
- $36 – Gift a day pass to a family staying in a local shelter
- $75 – Allow access for a local classroom with more than 50% of children on the free or reduced lunch program
- $150 – Provide a one year family membership to a low-income family
- $500+ – Honor a loved one
The Museum’s Tax ID is 38-000343.
OR send your check to:
Great Lakes Children’s Museum
3200 W South Airport Rd, Suite 420
Traverse City, MI 49684
Legacy Planning
Your generosity today will inspire young minds for years to come.
Create a lasting legacy of learning for Northern Michigan children—especially those most in need—by including the Great Lakes Children’s Museum in your estate plans. A bequest or beneficiary designation is a simple yet powerful way to ensure future generations have access to hands-on learning experiences. The Museum’s Tax ID is 38-000343.
To explore how you can make a meaningful impact, contact Executive Director Tracie MacPherson at 231-932-4526 or info@glcm.org.
Corporate Sponsorship
Make a tax-deductible donation, and please consider a monthly/recurring option.
We invite community-minded businesses and individuals to partner with us in shaping the educational experiences of our youngest learners. Sponsorship at the Curiosity Place is more than an opportunity—it’s a transformative investment in our community’s future.
Click for detailed information about 2025-2026 Corporate Sponsorship of GLCM and The Curiosity Place.
Contact Executive Director Tracie MacPherson at 231-932-4526 or info@glcm.org.
Without community support from donors like you, the Great Lakes Children’s Museum cannot continue to grow and improve.
Your investment goes a long way towards supporting Learning Through Play for children and families in Northern Michigan. We appreciate your support!





