Friends of the Academy

Why Become a Friend?

Friends of the Academy

Explorers ($1,000+)

Includes all Associates' benefits, plus:

• Free admission for two primary cardholders, your children/grandchildren who are 18 years of age and under, and two guests*
• Priority entrance to the museum, rainforest, planetarium and special exhibits
• Complimentary admission to NightLife every Thursday evening*
• Eight daily admission passes and four NightLife passes to share *
• Two annual complimentary Friends Behind-the-Scenes Tours per household
• Invitations to several special events and receptions for the Friends of the Academy
• An invitation to special exhibit premiere reception
• Complimentary coat check with each visit
• A complimentary glass of champagne when dining at the Moss Room*
• Dedicated donor concierge telephone line
• Recognition in the Academy’s Annual Report
• Subscription to the monthly Donor e-Newsletter

Value of goods and services: $130

Curators ($2,500+)

Includes all Explorers benefits, plus:

• Four 1-hour complimentary parking vouchers for the Music Concourse Parking Facility
• Invitation to a private reception prior to a Herbst Theatre lecture

Value of goods and services: $240

Scientists ($5,000+)

Includes all Curators benefits, plus:

• Two additional 1-hour complimentary parking vouchers for the Music Concourse Parking Facility
• Evening reception hosted by Executive Director Gregory Farrington
• Invitation to a private reception with an Academy scientist

Value of goods and services: $300

Platinum Circle

Collectors ($10,000+)

All Scientists benefits, plus:

• Two all-day parking passes in the Music Concourse Parking Facility
• Exclusive access to a dedicated concierge who will plan experiences at the Academy tailored to your interests
• Invitations to explore Northern California with the Academy on “Local Expeditions” about science and sustainability
• Invitation to an exclusive dinner with scientists, environmental leaders, and prominent speakers
• Discounts on renting the Academy for your own private event
• Priority invitations to Academy Gala events

Value of goods and services: $450

Ecologists ($25,000+)

All Collectors benefits, plus:

• Two additional all-day parking passes in the Music Concourse Parking Facility
• A dedicated concierge at the Academy who will work with you to achieve your philanthropic goals
• Experiences that make the impact of your gift tangible, including customized visits where you can see the students, visitors, and programs that benefit from your generosity
• Experiences that are tailored to your interests such as behind-the-scenes tours or local nature outings with scientists and educators
• Assistance in finding hands-on volunteer opportunities for your family at the Academy
• The opportunity to travel nationally and internationally with Academy scientists and donors to locations of ecological importance
• The opportunity to have a private luncheon with the Academy’s Executive Director
• The opportunity to meet with the Chairman of the Board of Trustees to talk about Academy projects and plans that are of interest to you
• Donation of Academy admission, lecture, and event tickets to two charity auctions of your choice

Value of goods and services: $550

Conservationists ($50,000+)

All Ecologists benefits, plus:

• A benefits package completely tailored to your interests, including scientific gifts and publications
• The opportunity to use the Academy’s Board Room, free of charge, for one personal or business event
• The opportunity for an Academy scientist, educator, or specialist to speak at your private event

Value of goods and services: $700

Environmentalists ($100,000+)

All Conservationists benefits, plus:

• The opportunity to receive named recognition on an Academy program or exhibition of your choice

Value of goods and services: $700

Friends of the Academy Terms and Conditions

Thank you for your interest in purchasing or renewing an Academy membership. Your generous support of our non-profit organization is genuinely appreciated.

Please select one of the following options:

Questions?

Tel: (415) 379-5405

2011 Annual Report