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Lock In Best Rates in 18 Years

It's a great time to consider a gift that pays you. Payout rates for a charitable gift annuity are better than they have been in 18 years, but they may not stay that way all year. Seize the moment by considering this amazing gift that provides you... Read More

New for You: The Universal Charitable Deduction

If you make cash donations to nonprofits such as the American Museum of Natural History, there’s a new way you could save on your taxes. It’s called the universal charitable deduction. Starting this year, you can give up to $1,000 (single filers) or $2,000... Read More

Tax Law Changes for 2026: What They Mean for Your Giving

New tax rules that took effect this year may influence how you choose to give to the American Museum of Natural History and other nonprofits. Here’s what you need to know: Q: What’s the biggest change this year? A: You can deduct up to $1,000 (single filers)... Read More

Charitable Gift Annuity

Gifts That Pay You Income

There's a way for you to support the American Museum of Natural History and feel confident that you have dependable income in your retirement years. You can do this with a charitable gift annuity.  With a  charitable gift annuity  you... Read More

Jesup Legacy Circle

Ensuring the Museum's Long-Term Success

More than 100 years ago, Maria DeWitt Jesup, devoted naturalist and wife of former Museum President Morris Jesup, knew that this Museum would shape future generations of learners and scientists. To preserve the Musuem’s important research,... Read More

Bequest Language for a Gift in your Will

Planning for the future and creating the legacy you wish to leave is one of the most effective ways to ensure a lasting impact. Making a gift in your will or living trust, known as a bequest, can guarantee that your legacy endures. Your gift may be... Read More