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Help us fill the bus!
Help us get kids excited about history!

Many historians cite an early educational experience as the reason for their interest in history. The Youth Education Fund is dedicated to making those experiences possible for all children. Your contribution to the Youth Education Fund will ensure that the bus is full, and no child is left behind. Donate online today


Planned Giving
Giving to the Virginia Historical Society can increase your income!

Are you interested in ways you can strengthen the VHS while advancing personal goals at the same time? Try our online gift calculator. Now you can do the math! Learn how you can give and receive an income in return; avoid estate and income taxes; and make a gift that lasts forever. Learn more


Annual Fund gift
Annual Fund

Unrestricted contributions to the annual fund support all operations, including educational programs, research, conservation, publications, exhibitions, and professional and web-based services. Make a contribution online of $250 or more, and we will send you a copy of The Story of Virginia, signed by the VHS's own James C. Kelly. Learn more


Corporate and Foundation Partnerships
Corporate and Foundation Partnerships

History is not a 9 to 5 job, and our Corporate and Foundation Partners know that. Partnerships provide annual operating support for educational programs, exhibitions, research opportunities, stewardship, publications, professional services, and outreach programs. Learn more


VHS exhibitions
Tribute Gifts

Tribute gifts are a meaningful way to support the VHS while you make a contribution in honor or in memory of loved ones. Celebrate a birthday, an anniversary, or another special occasion.
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Greatest History Teacher Salute
Greatest History Teacher Salute

Pay tribute to your favorite teacher in the Virginia Historical Society's Greatest History Teacher Salute. This program honors teachers for their contributions to education and the influence they have on their students. Your Greatest History Teacher will receive a one-year membership. Learn more


The Councils
The Councils

Contributions from our Council members enable the VHS to advance its mission. This support is increasingly important in sustaining all programs and services for the public.
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Congress Renews IRA Gift Opportunity
VHS BULLETIN: Congress Renews IRA Gift Opportunity

On October 3, 2008, President Bush signed into law the historic $700 billion rescue plan. The new legislation offers a welcome incentive to donors who want to use the money in their IRAs to make charitable gifts to public charities such as the VHS.
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Seat of Honor
Purchase a Seat of Honor

Make a memorable contribution by designating a Seat of Honor in the Robins Family Forum.
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Tax Information
Did you know your VHS membership may be tax deductible? More information

Questions? Contact us.
Do you have questions about membership and giving? Do you need help choosing a membership? Prefer to join or renew your membership over the phone? Contact us

Donations
The VHS began collecting in 1831. The great majority of the collection has been received as gifts from generous donors. More information


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