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Support the Wisconsin Historical Society

The power of history is in your hands. Give today to support the Wisconsin Historical Society’s mission of connecting people to the past by collecting, preserving and sharing stories.

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Campaign for a New Wisconsin History Center

This once-in-a-century project will transform how people connect to and share history in Wisconsin and beyond. See the latest progress on bringing a new world-class history center to Wisconsin.

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About the Wisconsin Historical Foundation

Founded in 1954, the Wisconsin Historical Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization that receives grants and private contributions benefitting the Wisconsin Historical Society and administers its membership program.

Federal Tax ID: 39-0912093

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The Wisconsin Historical Foundation exists solely to advance the mission of the Society. It is our responsibility to steward generous, private support for the benefit of the Society according to donor wishes. Learn more about our third-party confidence ratings by clicking the seals below.

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Giving Options

Every gift makes a difference in the Wisconsin Historical Society’s ability to collect, preserve and share history.
Choose the option that’s right for you.

  • Memorial or Tribute Gifts

     
  • Give a Gift Membership

     
  • IRA Contributions

     
  • Gifts of Stock

     
  • Donor Advised Funds

     
  • Matching Gifts

     
  • Donating to Collections

     

You’re in Good Company

Join the thousands of history lovers who have decided to invest in our past to inspire a better future.

“Supporting the Society is the right thing to do for someone who values history and how it shapes us. You want to know that you are funding a quality experience for a diverse group of interests. The Society does that. I trust the Society to use my funds with care.

— Mary Hilfiker, St. Paul, Minnesota,
Society President’s Council member and donor to the Campaign for a New Wisconsin History Center

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See Your Impact

 

Generous supporters like you helped the Wisconsin Historical Society take incredible leaps forward in our efforts to collect, preserve and share history. See the evidence of your impact in our Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report.

FY2024 ANNUAL REPORT

Contact Us

 

Our team is happy to discuss how you can support the Wisconsin Historical Society in a way that is most meaningful to you.
Contact the Wisconsin Historical Foundation today!

Give by Mail or by Phone:
Wisconsin Historical Foundation
PO Box 260050
Madison, WI 53726-0050
1-888-748-7479