Your Support of the Museum Makes a Difference
To make a contribution to the Museum's 2010 Annual Appeal, click here.
Click here to view our new brochure and learn more about recent Museum successes.Explore the many ways to contribute to the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial. We rely on the generosity of donors, sponsors, members and volunteers to help achieve our mission.
Your help:
- Supports the Liberty Memorial as a symbol of the courage, honor, patriotism and sacrifice of all who served in World War I
- Supports the interpretation of the history of World War I to encourage civic involvement and informed decision-making
- Supports exhibitions and educational programs that engage diverse audiences
- Supports collections and preservation of historical materials with the highest professional standards
There are many avenues for giving to the Museum, whether it’s supporting the Annual Fund, giving to our Educational Programs or including the Museum in your estate plans. Your support ensures that the Museum continues to invite, inspire, and engage its audiences.
To make a general contribution to the Museum please click here.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Laura Gillespie at (816) 784-1912 or lgillespie@theworldwar.org
Save the Flame
The annual cost of maintaining the Liberty Memorial flame is approximately $65,000. Your support of this fund helps ensure that the flame will continue to burn brightly to pay tribute those who have served. Gifts to Save the Flame are 100% tax deductible.
To contribute to the Save the Flame Fund please click here.
Corporate Matching Gifts
Many companies augment their employees' philanthropic support of nonprofit organizations through a matching gifts program. By matching your gift, participating companies can dramatically increase your donation. Please contact your company's human resources department to determine your gift's eligibility.
Corporate Giving
Corporate sponsors and partners provide financial and in-kind support for our ongoing educational initiatives and public programs. These corporate donations also support our general operating fund, new 
and permanent exhibitions and Museum infrastructure.
The Museum’s staff will work with corporations to create tailored sponsorships to help fulfill your marketing and community outreach goals.
Contributions from corporations may qualify your organization for a variety of benefits, including free employee admission, entertainment opportunities for staff and public acknowledgment in printed and promotional materials.
Planned Giving
Your bequest or other planned gift can ensure that the National World War I Museum continues to inspire visitors for generations. An estate plan that includes the 
Museum can maximize benefits to you and your family through reducing tax liability or increasing income streams while ensuring the Museum becomes a lasting part of your legacy.
Commemorative Gifts
Make a gift to the Museum in honor or memory of a loved one, or to commemorate a special occasion such as a birthday, wedding or anniversary. Maximize the impact of your gift by letting family and friends know they can join you in recognizing a special person or occasion. The Museum will notify those being honored that you have made a commemorative gift.
Endowment Support
Make a gift in support of the endowment and make a lasting impact on the Museum and the people it serves. Endowments provide a stable stream of income year after year to help ensure that the areas of the Museum you value most have a continued and enduring effect for many generations to come.
The Museum seeks endowment funds in the following key areas:
Education programs
Acquisitions and collection care
Operations
For information on all of the ways to support the National World War I Museum, contact Laura Gillespie at 816-784-1912 or lgillespie@theworldwar.org.