Membership & Support

FCMoD is an Enterprise Zone Project, which permits a Colorado 25% tax credit for Colorado taxpayers who make cash contributions to Fort Collins Museum of Discovery. Your gift can benefit your family and your tax dollars!

The Enterprise Zone Program is a tax incentive to encourage job growth and contributions in our area. On March 11, 2010, the Office of Economic Development and International Trade approved Fort Collins Museum of Discovery (FCMoD) to be an Enterprise Zone Project.

Colorado State’s Enterprise Zone legislation permits a 25% tax credit, with an annual credit limit of $100,000, for Colorado taxpayers who make cash contributions to FCMoD. In-kind and stock contributions receive a 12.5% tax credit. The following example illustrates how a contribution of $1,000 may impact your federal and state tax liabilities thereby lessening the cost of your donation.

(For illustration purposes only. Individual tax situations will vary.)

Single contributions of $100 or more may qualify for the Enterprise Zone Tax Credit. Verification will be sent by the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery upon receipt of your generous donation. Please consult your financial advisor regarding deductibility as individual situations vary. State law requires a Social Security or Colorado State ID number be provided to receive this credit.

The Visionary Society is a special group of donors who partner with the museum in a significant way. These important contributions are a critical part of helping us maintain and advance our mission. If you are interested in building a strong future for the museum, please explore becoming a part of this important group of donors.

All Visionaries receive the following benefits:

• 20% discount on Gift Shop purchases
• 20% discounted admission to OtterBox Digital Dome Theater shows
• 20% discount off surcharged special exhibitions and advance notice of upcoming preview events
• 20% discounted rental space at FCMoD for meetings, special events, and celebrations*
• Recognition as a Visionary for the duration of your term

Visionary Society members receive the benefits below based on their level of support

$100,000 and above (Benefits valid for 8 years)

Exclusive use of the Observation Deck 4 times within 8 years*
Unlimited admission with Founder’s Passport Membership for 8 years

• Bring up to 3 additional adult guests and 8 children under the age of 21 with the primary card holder
• Free or discounted admission to over 300 museums & science centers worldwide, including the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
• Free or discounted admission to select Colorado Historical Society sites and museums

25 general admission guest passes to share with family and friends
25 OtterBox Digital Dome tickets to share with family and friends

$50,000 and above (Benefits valid for 4 years)

Exclusive use of the Observation Deck 2 times within 4 years*
Unlimited admission with Founder’s Passport Membership for 4 years

• Bring up to 3 additional adult guests and 8 children under the age of 21 with the primary card holder
• Free or discounted admission to over 300 museums and science centers worldwide, including the Denver Museum of Nature and Science
• Free or discounted admission to select Colorado Historical Society sites and museums

25 general admission guest passes to share with family and friends
25 OtterBox Digital Dome tickets to share with family and friends

$25,000 and above (Benefits valid for 2 years)

Exclusive use of the Observation Deck 1 time within 2 years*
Unlimited admission with Founder’s Passport Membership for 2 years

• Bring up to 3 additional adult guests and 8 children under the age of 21 with the primary card holder
• Free or discounted admission to over 300 museums and science centers worldwide, including the Denver Museum of Nature and Science
• Free or discounted admission to select Colorado Historical Society sites and museums

25 general admission guest passes to share with family and friends
25 OtterBox Digital Dome tickets to share with family and friends

$10,000 and above (Benefits valid for 1 year)

Exclusive use of the Observation Deck 1 time*
Unlimited admission with Founder’s Passport Membership for 1 year

• Bring up to 3 additional adult guests and 8 children under the age of 21 with the primary card holder
• Free or discounted admission to over 300 museums and science centers worldwide, including the Denver Museum of Nature and Science
• Free or discounted admission to select Colorado Historical Society sites and museums

25 general admission guest passes to share with family and friends
25 OtterBox Digital Dome tickets to share with family and friends

*Some dates may be unavailable. Please consult with our museum event planner when planning your special event.

So much more than a planetarium

The immersive, 360 degree digital dome theater at the new museum—with its state-of-the-art high-resolution projection and sound system—provides an exciting, entertaining, and unparalleled experience that takes you to worlds you’ve never imagined.

The digital dome theater is a high-impact venue to explore astronomy, biology, paleontology, physics, earth and climate science, as well as natural and cultural history, music, art, and many other subjects. The possibilities are limitless.

An amazing community resource

Take a trip to Mars? Journey through a black hole? Watch prehistoric creatures swim through ancient seas? Groove to music and light shows? This, and so much more—movies, interactive shows with our museum educators, live music productions —something for everyone.

The digital dome theater is a remarkable community resource, and we invite you to help us to maintain and develop its full potential in the years to come. Your contribution to the fundraising drive will bring the stars that much closer. Are you ready to reach for the stars?

The goal of the community “Be a Star” campaign is to give our patrons an opportunity to sustain this important part of the museum experience. More people are becoming “Stars” every day. Consider becoming a star, or building on previous gifts to attain a higher level in the Digital Dome Universe by donating today!

Align your brand with one of the newest premier attractions in the region. Donor recognition opportunities for galleries, exhibits, programs, and events are available.

Supporting FCMoD through the Corporate Membership program is a great way to connect your employees with the museum and reward them for a job well done. Your membership will enable FCMoD to expand and enhance exhibits, programming, and community outreach, helping to build a skilled workforce for the future. You will also have exclusive use of the museum to cultivate client relationships in a unique and exciting environment.

All Corporate level members receive the following exclusive benefits:

• 20% discount on memberships for your employees
• Website recognition with direct link
• Recognition as an Annual Donor

Corporate members receive the benefits below based on their level of support:

$20,000 and above

Exclusive use of the Observation Deck one time during the duration of your membership*

25% discount on private use of the museum for events while you are a member*

Private behind-the-scenes tour with a museum expert

200 general admission guest passes to share with family and friends

200 OtterBox Digital Dome tickets to share with family and friends

$10,000 and above

Exclusive use of the Observation Deck one time during the duration of your membership*

20% discount on private use of the museum for events while you are a member*

100 general admission guest passes to share with family and friends

100 OtterBox Digital Dome tickets to share with family and friends

$5,000 and above

Exclusive use of the Observation Deck one time during the duration of your membership*

15% discount on private use of the museum for events while you are a member*

50 general admission guest passes to share with family and friends

50 OtterBox Digital Dome tickets to share with family and friends

$2,500 and above

25 general admission guest passes to share with family and friends

25 OtterBox Digital Dome tickets to share with family and friends

*Some dates may be unavailable. Please consult with our museum event planner when planning your special event.

Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, EIN 74-2541265, is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, and a portion of your Corporate Membership is tax deductible and may qualify for the 25% Colorado Enterprise Zone tax credit. As of January 1, 2012, all eligible donors wishing to receive the Colorado Enterprise Zone tax credit must provide FCMOD with their social security number, FEIN or Colorado Account Number. FCMOD will keep this information in the highest confidence. If approved, you should receive a copy of the approved and executed form from the Larimer County Enterprise Zone Office within eight weeks of receipt of your donation.

Examples of planned giving include remembering the Museum in your will, designating the Museum as a beneficiary of your annuity contract or IRA/qualified plan assets, or making a gift of stock to the Museum. Make your Legacy Gift now.

We are developing an all-new volunteer program for the new museum. Volunteer positions are available in a number of different areas, including the gallery, in programs, and in the digital dome theater. If you’re interested in volunteer opportunities, please contact Holly LeMasurier.

We have a great new membership program for the museum. Individual, family, and charter memberships are available, and your membership with FCMoD continues to provide you membership to many other institutions, including the Colorado History Museum. Find out about Museum Membership here.