Ways To Give
Quick Donation
If you’re ready to make an impact right away, skip the details and donate now. Your support helps Bishop Museum continue its mission of celebrating Hawaiʻi’s rich history, culture, and environment.
Why Your Gift Matters
Your support of Bishop Museum makes a powerful impact, directly fueling our mission to inspire, educate, and connect our community and visitors. By contributing, you help us celebrate and preserve the vibrant history, culture, and environment of Hawaiʻi and the Pacific. Choose the giving option that speaks to you, and know that your kōkua sustains our efforts to keep these stories alive for generations to come.
What your donation supports.
Cultural Resources
We preserve over 2.4 million cultural artifacts, including ancient Hawaiian tools, royal regalia, and traditional artworks. Your donation helps us conserve these priceless items, allowing us to share the rich stories and traditions of Hawaiʻi and the Pacific with future generations.
Natural Sciences
Library & Archives
We safeguard over 1 million historical documents, photographs, manuscripts, and rare books that chronicle the rich history and cultures of Hawaiʻi and the Pacific. Your donation aids in preserving these invaluable resources, enabling researchers, students, and the community to access and learn from our shared past.
Education & Public Programs
We engage over 25,000 students and visitors annually through interactive exhibits, educational workshops, and community outreach programs that bring the history and culture of Hawaiʻi and the Pacific to life. Your donation enables us to expand these educational initiatives, inspiring lifelong learning and fostering a deeper appreciation for our shared heritage among people of all ages.
Expand Your Impact
Gift Planning
Keep Bishop Museum thriving with your planned gift while taking advantage of numerous tax and financial benefits. Leave a legacy to be remembered by future generations.
Prefer to Write a Check? We've Got You Covered!
To donate stock, direct an IRA rollover, or make a gift of another asset, please contact the Development Office at 808.847.8281, or send an email to development@bishopmuseum.org. Your contributions help preserve the heritage of Hawaiʻi and the Pacific — mahalo!
Bishop Museum’s Federal Tax ID is 99-0161980 for your donation records.
Corporate Giving
Corporate support enables us to care for the Museum’s invaluable collections of over 25 million natural and cultural treasures, present dynamic exhibitions and engaging educational programs to over 200,000 children and families every year.
Who We Are
Learn about Bishop Museum and how your support can continue our work within Hawai’i and the Pacific.
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