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Every donor is a member of our museum family

Each donation to the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation helps secure engaging programs and exhibits that inspire and preserve a love of history for future generations. We are excited to recognize your impact through our donor gift clubs.

JYF Loyalty | Annual Fund donors who give five or more consecutive years in a row

Opportunities include:

• Invitations to special Loyalty recognition events.
• Special recognition to donors with 5, 10 or 20+ consecutive years of giving.
• Subscription to INSIDE JYF magazine.

Learn more about the Annual Fund and donate.

The 1607 Society | $1,607 and up

The Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, Inc., is honored to recognize Annual Fund donors who, through an annual commitment of $1,607 or more, qualify for membership in The 1607 Society.

Those who choose to direct their gifts to a particular project or program may enjoy honorary membership in The 1607 Society. Corporate matching gifts received by June 30, the end of the fiscal year, will apply toward membership.

Supporters in this premier giving club receive special access to educational, cultural and social events throughout the year, including:

• Free admission to both museums with a new membership card.
• 10% discount in the museum stores.
• Subscription to INSIDE JYF, our tri-annual magazine that provides readers with a deeper look into our current and upcoming programs, artifacts and events.
• Early access and preferred invitations to museum events, such as exhibition openings, lectures and behind-the-scenes opportunities.

The upper levels of The 1607 Society offer exclusive opportunities for deeper engagement with JYF’s mission.

Patron ($2,500-$4,999)
Donors enjoy full access to the benefits of The 1607 Society, along with invitations to special events and opportunities to meet visiting lecturers and honored guests.

Benefactor ($5,000-$9,999)
Donors enjoy full access to the benefits of the Patron level, along with two vouchers for American Heritage Annual Passes for your guests.

Leadership Circle ($10,000+)
Donors enjoy full access to benefits of the Benefactor level, along with personalized experiences and behind-the-scenes tours.

For more information about The 1607 Society, please contact Heather Minty, director of the Annual Fund at (757) 253-4052 or heather.minty@jyf.virginia.gov.