Ways to Give

Congress passed the CARES Act on March 27, 2020, including an expanded charitable deduction for those who do not itemize. Your contribution may be eligible for this tax benefit. And, for those who do itemize deductions, a donation to Lynn Meadows Discovery Center is likely tax-deductible, as we are a 501c3 charity. Please check with your tax advisor.

Importance of Giving

A 501c3 non-profit organization, Lynn Meadows Discovery Center relies on contributions from donors like you to continue our mission of inspiring children, families and communities through the arts, interactive educational experiences and exploration.

Individual and Corporate Donations

Individual and corporate donations help Lynn Meadows Discovery Center with essential operating expenses, maintenance of our exhibits and facilities, community outreach activities and our outstanding staff members who work so hard every day.

Click here to donate now.  Or call 228.897.6039 for more information.

In-Kind Donations

In-kind donations are also greatly appreciated.  Whether it be media space to help promote a museum event, food donations for one of our cooking classes, professional services or a little hard work, your time, goods and services are a tremendous help!  For more information, call 228.897.6039.

Buy A Brick

Purchasing a brick is a simple way to support Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, while making a lasting impression.  Your brick will be added to our Discovery Walkway in the spring.  The cost for a 4”X8” brick is $50, and a 8”X8” brick is $250.

Click here to purchase your brick and help support Lynn Meadows Discovery Center.

Support Lynn Meadows Discovery Center when you shop at Amazon!

AmazonSmile is a simple, automated way for you to support LMDC every time you shop at Amazon.com –  and best of all, it’s free.

Just visit smile.amazon.com. When asked which charity you want to support, type in “Lynn Meadows Discovery Center”. Then, you can shop as you always do. Amazon will keep track of your preferences, your purchases, and the funds you’ve helped raise for LMDC!

 

Wish List

From riding toys to garden tools, our wish list contains a little bit of everything.  Donating these items, new or gently used, is an easy and affordable way you can help Lynn Meadows Discovery Center.  To coordinate delivery or pick up of items, please call 228.897.6039.

  • Small freezer
  • 3 X-large ice chests
  • Deep fryer for kitchen
  • Restaurant quality pots and pans
  • Crawfish trays
  • Cases of 8.5”X11” 20 lb copy paper
  • Card stock for printing posters
  • Glue sticks for Art Studio
  • New white board for Art Studio
  • Toy cash registers for grocery store and outdoor café
  • Kid-sized shopping carts for grocery store
  • Plastic tubs for the WINGS costume shop
  • Rolling racks
  • Foldable wagon
  • Large fold-up tents for special events
  • Large heavy duty trash cans with lids
  • Outside riding toys for Kids Street
  • Rubbermaid type wagon for outdoor use
  • Gardening tools
  • Plants
  • Soil

Kitchen items

  • Mini chopper
  • Hand held can opener
  • Garlic press
  • Salt and pepper shakers
  • Canisters
  • Plastic cutting boards
  • Tupperware containers
  • Mixing bowls
  • Serving bowls
  • Spatulas
  • Roll around tool chest (with lock)
  • Blender
  • Ninja Deep Fryer