Your support of The Children's Museum sparks imagination and fuels the curiosity of future leaders
Corporations/Foundations are some of our main sources of support. We are extremely grateful for all of our partners. Our Development Team includes a Grant Writer, Development Associate and is led by our Director of Philanthropy. Our Director of Philanthropy will be happy to chat with you about any of the below pathways:
Highlight your company and the amazing work you do
Work with our amazing in-house design team to come up with an exhibit that can both highlight your brand/industry while teaching children more about the world they live in.
We have opportunities to either build an entirely new exhibit or you can help us update one of our beloved existing options. Exhibits that are currently available for updates are:
- Pollinator
- Honey Climber
- Water Play
- The Play House
- Utah Family Farm
- Outdoor Garden
- Sensory Room
Book a private tour with our Development team TODAY to come and see the incredible opportunities in person
Support a kid in need
Our Museum Inclusion Fund ensures that every child can enjoy the opportunity to visit the children’s museum with their family or caregivers.
We develop fundraising strategies to be able to donate over 2,500 tickets to our partner nonprofits who distribute the passes to kids in need. We also have opportunities for the general community to apply to receive discounted day passes.
Our Museum Inclusion Fund is also able to provide summer camp scholarships to children of various ages, to provide an unforgettable experience with their peers.
Enriching Minds, Inspiring Creativity
The Arts Enrichment Fund at Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum is dedicated to fostering creativity and imagination in our young visitors.
By supporting this fund, you enable us to truly fulfill our STEAM mission by helping us to bring talented performers, skilled art instructors, and vibrant muralists into our museum to provide engaging and educational arts experiences.
Your generous donations help us cultivate a love for the arts, offering children the opportunity to explore their artistic potential and enjoy enriching cultural activities.
Enjoy a day of teambuilding and giving back with your colleagues
We always need more help keeping our exhibits and space updated and inviting for all of our guests. We welcome companies/organizations to join us for a one-time service opportunities.
We always need more help keeping our exhibits and space updated and inviting for all of our guests. We welcome companies/organizations to join us for a one-time service opportunities.
Corporate matching program
Our Museum Inclusion Fund ensures that every child can enjoy the opportunity to visit the children’s museum with their family or caregivers.
We develop fundraising strategies to be able to donate over 2,500 tickets to our partner nonprofits who distribute the passes to kids in need. We also have opportunities for the general community to apply to receive discounted day passes.
Our Museum Inclusion Fund is also able to provide summer camp scholarships to children of various ages, to provide an unforgettable experience with their peers.
Sponsors of Discovery Gateway
Thank you to Intermountain Healthcare for sponsoring the Saving Lives Exhibit Gallery and for your continued support the museum.
Thank you to KidtoKid Franchises Inc. for being a continuous supporter and an annual sponsor of the World Connections Children’s Festival.
Thank you Maceys for sponsoring our Grocery Store Exhibit.
Thank you to Mark Miller Subaru for sponsoring the Express Service Exhibit and contributing to the Medallion Membership Program in 2022.
Thank you to RubySnap for sponsoring the Cookie Shop Exhibit and continuous support in museum 2023 programs.
Thank you to Rocky Mountain Power for supporting museum programs in 2023.
Thank you to Scheels for sponsoring the Scheels Climbing Wall Exhibit and their contribution in the Volunteer Programs in 2023.
Thank you to Staker Parson for sponsoring the Construction Zone Exhibit and contributing to the Museum Programs in 2022.
Thank you to Utah Jazz for funding Jazz Catapult Exhibit and being a continuous supporter.
Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum is funded in part by the Utah Legislature through the Utah Division of Arts & Museums.
Thank you to Salt Lake City ACE fund continuous sponsoring the annual World Connections Day and other art programs in 2023.
Thank you to Salt Lake City Arts Council fund continuous sponsoring the annual World Connections Day and other art programs in 2023.
Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum is funded in part by Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts & Parks.