YOU make playful learning possible!

We are thankful for our donors who help us provide the opportunity for families to explore and grow through hands-on play. As a nonprofit organization, admission and membership fees cover only a portion of the Port Discovery’s annual operating expenses. Contributions from individual donors help us serve the children and families who depend on Port Discovery as an innovative, safe, engaging space for purposeful play. We welcome donations that provide unrestricted operating support as well as those directed to specific initiatives. 

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More Ways to Give

  • Stocks / Bonds / Mutual Funds

    When you make a gift of appreciated securities, you enjoy a triple benefit. You receive a tax deduction for the full fair market value, you pay no capital gains tax, and you enjoy the satisfaction of investing in Port Discovery’s mission.

    Please consult with your financial advisor when considering a donation of stock or other investments. You will need to authorize your broker to transfer the stock directly to Port Discovery’s brokerage account and have them notify us of the transfer:

    Account Information: XYZ Advisory
    Account #: 12345
    DTC #:
    Contact: John Doe
    Phone: 410-555-1212
    Email: johndoe@xyzadvisory.com

    Note: IRS regulations state that you must have held a security for more than one year to take a tax deduction for the full market value.

  • Donor Advised Funds

    Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are investment accounts for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations you care about. DAFs are the fastest-growing charitable giving vehicle in the United States as one of the easiest and most tax-advantageous ways to give.

    Please consult with your financial advisor on setting up your donation. You will need to provide them with the following information:

    Charity Name: Baltimore Children’s Museum Inc. dba Port Discovery Children’s Museum
    EIN: 52-1806933
    Address: 35 Market Place, Baltimore, MD 21202

    Contact: Holly Henson, Director of Individual and Corporate Relations, 410-864-2696

  • IRA/QCD

    Individuals who are 70 ½ or older may make a charitable gift transferred directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA). This contribution will not be taxed and will qualify toward your required minimum distribution.

    Charity Name: Baltimore Children’s Museum Inc. dba Port Discovery Children’s Museum
    EIN: 52-1806933
    Address: 35 Market Place, Baltimore, MD 21202

    Contact: Holly Henson, Director of Individual and Corporate Relations, 410-864-2696

  • Matching Gifts

    Many employers match charitable contributions made by their employees. Most organizations donate a dollar-for-dollar match, while others triple or quadruple the gift amount. Check to see if your company has a matching gift program and magnify the impact of your donation.

    Some area companies who have matching gift programs:

    • Abbott Laboratories
    • AT&T
    • Bank of America
    • BD Associates
    • BGE
    • Brinks Home Security
    • CareFirst
    • CarMax
    • Constellation
    • Exelon
    • Geico
    • Home Depot
    • IBM
    • J.P. Morgan Chase
    • Lockheed Martin
    • McCormick & Company
    • Morgan Stanley
    • Motorola
    • Raymond James
    • Stanley Black & Decker
    • State Farm Insurance
    • T. Rowe Price
    • UBS
    • United Way of Central Maryland
    • Wells Fargo

  • Vehicle Donations

    Turn your unwanted vehicle into funds to support Port Discovery. Donating a vehicle is easy, the pick-up is free, and your gift is tax-deductible. We use a third-party organization to handle the details – give them a call at 855-500-7433 or click here to learn more and get started. 

Contact Us & Donate Today

Holly Henson, Director of Individual and Corporate Relations
hhenson@portdiscovery.org | 410-864-2696