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The expERIEnce Children’s Museum serves as a safe space for kids and families to learn, grow and play together within our community. We inspire creativity and innovation through our interactive exhibits and engaging programming. None of this is possible without the support of our community.
Your donation to the Children’s Museum supports these programs and exhibits, and allows for us to create an amazing experience for children in our community.
Donate today to support the power of play!
Note: This is the only official and verified donation page for the expERIEnce Children’s Museum. Your gift here goes directly toward inspiring creativity, exploration, and play!
This donation portal accepts all major credit cards, Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay, and bank transfers.
Introducing our ‘Imagination Movers’ club – a community of passionate supporters who keep the doors to creativity wide open. Becoming a monthly, recurring donor means making a lasting impact. With your support, we can continue to inspire, educate, and empower generations to come.
As a thank you, you’ll be an official member of the ‘Imagination Movers’ club, receiving exclusive benefits and surprises throughout the year! Join the movement. Become a recurring donor and be part of the magic that transforms lives!
For any questions about the Imagination Mover Club, please contact Courtney Baran at courtney@eriechildrensmuseum.org
While support of the expERIEnce Children’s Museum is 365 days a year, here are a few Save the Dates on major giving days!
Giving Tuesday | December 1, 2026
Erie Gives Day | Tuesday, August 11, 2026
The expERIEnce Children’s Museum offers a variety of benefits to companies who want to support ECM and reward their employees and customers. Benefits include free access to the Museum, discounts to programs, inclusion in marketing efforts, and recognition of their giving.
If you have any questions regarding sponsorships, contact Courtney Baran at courtney@eriechildrensmuseum.org
Corporate Volunteers
Corporate volunteers at ECM make an investment in the education and development of children’s lives, while gaining hands-on team building and unique museum experiences. Volunteers participate in a diverse variety of programs and special events, highlighting their organization’s dedication to philanthropy and community support.
Did you know that the expERIEnce Children’s Museum served 1,492 individuals during free Mobile Museum outreaches in our community? By giving a gift via the Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program, companies have an opportunity to support the Museum’s impactful work while receiving tax benefits.
ETIC is a Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) program that provides state tax credits to eligible businesses for charitable contributions made to the expERIEnce Children’s Museum
Any business authorized to do business in Pennsylvania that is subject to one or more of the below taxes is eligible for EITC tax credits:
Visit the PA DCED website for EITC Guidelines and access to DCED’s electronic Single Application system to apply by for EITC. Once you apply and are approved by DCED, make your contribution to the expERIEnce Children’s Museum within 60 days.
Tax credits may be applied against the tax liability of a business for the tax year in which the contribution was made. Tax credits equal to 75% of your contribution up to a maximum of $750,000 per taxable year; can be increased to 90% of your contribution, if your business agrees to provide the same amount for two consecutive tax years.