As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we’re dedicated to helping kids thrive through play, creativity, and hands-on learning.
Your support, through a gift of any size, helps create a bright new space for families across the Tri-Cities, offering generations of children the truly precious gift of play—close to home.
Explore ways to support the Grand Haven Children’s Museum below.
Give the gift of a good start—monthly. Your sustained support helps the Grand Haven Children’s Museum grow, bringing play, learning, and creativity to children and families across the West Michigan Lakeshore.
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Donations of any amount are appreciated. Your generous donation will make this new community resource possible!
Your contribution directly supports the development and fundraising efforts of the museum, helping us inspire curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning.
DonateJoin us in building a vibrant, educational space for children and families by donating to the Grand Haven Children’s Museum Fund, held at the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation—a trusted community partner.
Donate online at ghacf.org/donate, or send a check payable to:
Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
Check Memo: Grand Haven Children’s Museum Fund
6 Sherman Avenue, Grand Haven, MI 49417
The Founding 50 campaign aims to raise seed money to start the new children’s museum through 50 gifts from area individuals, businesses, foundations, and service organizations. The first 50 donors to submit a qualifying donation will be designated as a Founding 50 supporter.
All proceeds will allow for important startup activities such as site selection, building design, exhibit development, marketing, and community engagement.
Founding 50 supporters will receive permanent recognition at the museum in celebration of their role in its founding. Additionally, they will be recognized here on our website, through social media, and in our annual report.
If you would like more information, please call (616) 402-0518 or email Hello@GrandHavenChildrensMuseum.org
If you’re 70½ or older with a traditional IRA, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)—also called an IRA charitable rollover. A QCD lets you give directly from your IRA to a charity, reducing your taxable income. (Only IRAs qualify; 401(k)s and other plans do not.)
QCDs are always tax-free, whether or not you itemize, and in 2025, you can give up to $105,000 per year. It’s a powerful way to support our mission without increasing your taxable income.
– Your gift counts toward your required minimum distribution (RMD) (if applicable).
– You avoid paying income tax on the amount transferred.
– You make a meaningful impact, helping bring the precious gift of play close to home for our community’s kids and families.
1) Contact your IRA administrator and request a qualified charitable distribution to:
Grand Haven Children’s Museum
EIN: 88-4106720
PO Box 572
Grand Haven, MI 49417
2) Ask your IRA administrator to include your name and address so we can properly credit and thank you.
3) Let us know your gift is on the way! We’re happy to answer questions or provide the exact language your IRA custodian may need.
For assistance or to notify us of your gift, contact:
Rachel Dody, Developmental Director
Rachel@GrandHavenChildrensMuseum.org
(616) 402-0518
Supporting the Grand Haven Children’s Museum with a gift from your donor-advised fund (DAF) is simple and impactful.
A DAF allows you to combine the tax benefits of giving with the flexibility to support the causes you care about most. If you have a DAF with Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, Vanguard Charitable, or another provider, you can recommend a gift directly to the Grand Haven Children’s Museum.
1) Log in to your donor-advised fund account.
2) Search for: Grand Haven Children’s Museum (Tax ID/EIN: 88-4106720).
3) Designate your gift to support the Grand Haven Children’s Museum.
4) Submit your recommendation.
Your generosity helps bring hands-on learning, play, and creativity to children and families close to home.
For assistance or to notify us of your gift, contact:
Rachel Dody, Developmental Director
Rachel@GrandHavenChildrensMuseum.org
(616) 402-0518
Thank you for using your donor-advised fund to create a new children’s museum in our community.
Donate stock directly and make your gift go further—avoid capital gains tax and, for stock held over a year, generally deduct the full fair market value.
Your generosity can make a bigger impact without using cash. You can direct your gift to a specific program or to the museum’s general fund, helping children and families enjoy hands-on learning and play—close to home.
How to Give
To make a stock gift, please contact us directly. We’ll provide all the information your financial advisor needs to complete the transfer and ensure your gift is applied exactly as you intend.
For assistance, contact:
Rachel Dody, Developmental Director
Rachel@GrandHavenChildrensMuseum.org
(616) 402-0518
EIN: 88-4106720
Additional Information:
Consult your tax advisor regarding valuation and deduction limits.
Many employers offer matching gift programs that will double or triple your contribution to the Grand Haven Children’s Museum. Contact your benefits office for more information and let us know when you’ve made a request.
Community Fundraisers play a vital role in raising awareness and financial support for the museum! If you’re part of a school, team, company, or faith community, learn more about how to host a Community Fundraiser!
Learn MoreDid you know you can support the Grand Haven Children’s Museum by hosting a Facebook fundraiser? Many of our generous donors have celebrated their birthdays or special occasions by asking friends and family to donate to the museum in their honor—what a fun way to give back!
Simply search for “Fundraiser” in the Facebook search bar, then select “The Grand Haven Children’s Museum.” Follow the easy prompts to set up your fundraiser, and let the celebration begin! It’s a simple yet impactful way to make a difference and have fun while doing it!
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Volunteers are our most valuable resource! Whether it’s helping on a committee, volunteering during an event, being part of a focus group, or reaching out to potential donors – we’d love to have you on our team as we work to create the new children’s museum.
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Amber Landis, Marketing + PR Volunteer
Associate Director, International Public Affairs, Abbvie
Bruce Schultz, Property Search Volunteer
Retired Real Estate Developer from Chicago, IL
Audrey Borgman, Donor Relations Volunteer
Nonprofit Development Professional
Kelly Grimes, Exhibit Planning Volunteer
Retired Educator, GHAPS
“It’s absolutely essential to kids and to their families that they have playtime in their lives.”
-Caleb Berko, MacKite
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*Please note, the content found on this site is general in nature and intended to be used for informational purposes only. It should not be relied upon as legal, tax, accounting or other professional advice. To determine how a gift or estate planning decision might affect your particular circumstances, it is expressly recommended that you consult an attorney, financial advisor or other qualified professional.