Our commitment and driving force at Arizona Science Center is to enable people of all ages to engage with science.
Through donor-supported offerings, we serve 800,000 children and adults every year—including 140,000 schoolchildren and educators from more than 100 cities in Arizona—generating an impact that stretches from the local level to all corners of the state. What we do today shapes tomorrow’s leaders in science and innovation. Below are various opportunities you can get involved to help us support our community.
Make A Donation
When you choose to make a donation, you support the core programs that help us shape tomorrow’s leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Volunteer Opportunities
Join us in providing a positive experience for our Guests and apply to volunteer today!
Education Opportunities
We offer STEM resources and access to STEM education for all who want to learn—no matter where they live or their economic situation.
President's Club
Our impact is not limited to visits. We bring science learning and enrichment opportunities to communities, especially those that have been historically underserved, throughout Arizona.
Planned Giving
Help us make today’s plans for tomorrow’s future by considering including a gift to Arizona Science Center in your estate planning.
License Plate
Arizona Science Center’s specialty license plate funds field trips to the Science Center for students in underserved communities.
Donate Recycled Goods
Discover all the ways you can bring science to life. Get involved with the Arizona Science Center by donating household items.
Galaxy Gala
You're invited to be a part of Arizona Science Center's signature annual fundraising event!
Other Ways To Support Arizona Science Center
Donor Advised Funds
Consider recommending Arizona Science Center as an organization to support through your Donor Advised Fund. We are a 501(c)(3) public charity that is made possible by donors like you.
Donating Appreciated Securities
Make a bigger impact by donating long-term appreciated securities, including stock, bonds, and mutual funds, directly to Arizona Science Center. Compared with donating cash, or selling your appreciated securities, and contributing the after-tax proceeds, you may be able to automatically increase your gift and your tax deduction.
IRA Charitable Rollover
You may be looking for a way to make a big difference to help further our mission to inspire, educate, and engage curious minds through science. If you are 701⁄2 or older you may also be interested in a way to lower the income and taxes from your IRA withdrawals. An IRA charitable rollover is a way you can help continue our work and benefit this year.
Benefits of an IRA charitable rollover
- Avoid taxes on transfers of up to $100,000 from your IRA to our organization
- Satisfy your required minimum distribution (RMD) for the year
- Reduce your taxable income, even if you do not itemize deductions
- Make a gift that is not subject to the deduction limits on charitable gifts
- Help further the work and mission of Arizona Science Center
Checks can be mailed to: 600 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
For more information, please contact Tammy Stewart, Chief of Staff at (602) 716-2000 ext. 223 or stewartt@azscience.org.