About Montshire's Endowment

The Montshire Museum of Science has an endowment of more than $5 million that provides a stream of annual revenue to support Montshire exhibits and programs. Growing the endowment is a strategic priority of the Museum's leadership because a stronger financial foundation will provide greater long-term stability, while allowing us to pursue innovative partnerships and initiatives to advance science education. Annual income withdrawn from the endowment is determined by an endowment spending formula approved by the Montshire Board of Trustees and Investment Committee.

Endowment gifts of all levels are welcome and sincerely appreciated. Although unrestricted gifts may be more powerful in the long-term, we are pleased to discuss your wishes to direct your donation. Endowment gifts support key priorities of the Museum, including:

• Scholarships for educational programs
• Museum access for families of all income levels
• Exhibits and programs related to ecology and the environment
• Nature trails and outdoor exhibits
• Exhibit development and maintenance
• Special initiatives of the Museum Director
• Repair and maintenance of the Museum building and major capital assets

For more information, or to make a gift to the Montshire's endowment, please contact Jennifer Rickards, Director of Development, at 802-649-2200.