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As a member, or donor, you are an active partner in our mission to educate. Our live animal exhibits, educational classes and special programs enlighten visitors to the wonders of Virginia, all in one building. Join us today and you'll enjoy an entire year of free admission to the museum and exclusive events.

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We invite you to take an even greater role in advancing our mission to educate by becoming a donor. Giving a gift to the museum provides important support to our exhibits and educational programs. Gifts of all amounts are important and greatly appreciated.

For the third straight year, the museum has received the highest four star rating from Charity Navigator, America's premier independent charity evaluator.

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There are a variety of ways for individuals, and businesses, to contribute to the Virginia Living Museum:

	Individual Annual Fund Individual support enables the museum to care for more than 245 native species of animals and educate more than 120,000 children a year.

	Corporate Partnerships Businesses are vital partners in all our endeavors. Corporate annual support enables our growth as a major educational and cultural attraction.

	Capital Campaign Donors can buy a commemorative plaque or name a selected space in the museum.

	Planned Giving Invest in the future of the museum by including the Virginia Living Museum in your estate plan.

	Specific Program Giving Donate to our native plant gardens, Wild Bunch, Guide Star and more.

Volunteer Volunteers at the Virginia Living Museum work with staff members to promote conservation by teaching the beauty and uniqueness of Virginia’s many habitats. VLM volunteers receive a number of benefits. Learn More