SUPPORT THE MUSEUM
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The Museum is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, FEIN 26-1525414. Please contact your accountant for further information. We operate solely on donations from generous individuals and organizations. We greatly appreciate everyone’s support!
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HOW TO DONATE
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We currently accept two methods of online donations: Google Checkout and PayPal.
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If you would like to donate via written check, please mail your donation, along with our Donation Card, to the following address for quickest processing:
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MBSW
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8659 Research Drive, #201
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Irvine, CA 92618
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Please download and include our Donation Card along with your check: Donation-Membership_Web.pdf
MEMBERSHIP
Membership dues are owed annually. Monthly payment plans available. If you would like to become a Museum Member, please download our Donation & Membership card: Donation-Membership_Web.pdf. Please contact Julie Shuler if you would like to discuss monthly payments.
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BRONZE: $2,500
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Bronze members receive year-long free access to our Library, Exhibits, Lectures & Classes for your entire family. You also receive a private tour of the Museum, given by our Director. Your name will be inscribed in our future permanent building.
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SILVER: $5,000
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Silver members receive a copy of The Meaning of the Dead Sea Scrolls signed by Dr. Peter Flint; year-long free access to our Library, Exhibits, Lectures & Classes for your entire family; and a private tour of the Museum, given by our Director. Your name will be inscribed in our future permanent building.
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GOLD: $10,000
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Gold members receive a private dinner with our Director, Dr. George Giacumakis; a copy of The Meaning of the Dead Sea Scrolls signed by Dr. Peter Flint; year-long free access to our Library, Exhibits, Lectures & Classes for your entire family; and a private tour of the Museum, given by our Director. Your name will be inscribed in our future permanent building.
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PLATINUM: $15,000
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Platinum members will enjoy the unique experience of having dinner with our guest lecturers, as well as a private dinner with our Director, Dr. George Giacumakis. Platinum members also receive a copy of The Meaning of the Dead Sea Scrolls signed by Dr. Peter Flint; year-long free access to our Library, Exhibits, Lectures & Classes for your entire family; and a private tour of the Museum, given by our Director. Your name will be inscribed in our future permanent building.
OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM
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COVER A MONTH OF OPERATING EXPENSES: $10,000
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We are always looking for individuals or groups to pick up a whole month of expenses. This covers our lease, operating costs, Administrative expenses, Lecture Series & Archaeology Classes, and publications.
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DONATE OFFICE EQUIPMENT
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We currently have need for three new computers, library software, and a new copy machine. If you would like to donate any office equipment, please contact Julie Shuler to discuss specifications.
CURRENT PHASE OF DEVELOPMENT
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We currently lease a suite at the Irvine Institute of Technology at 8659 Research Drive in Irvine. During 2011 the following will take place through these temporary offices:
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•Continue to develop our Research Library for print and electronic resources.
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•Continue to offer our historical and archaeological classes and lecture series.
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•Develop plans for a permanent museum facility
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•Present fundraising plan to interested individuals, foundations, investors and developers in order to bring the Museum to its larger and more permanent reality.
2010 YEAR END FINANCIAL REPORT
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We have made our 2010 Year End Financial Report available to the public.
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Click here to download a PDF: 2010 Year End Financial Report.pdf
