Invest in the Future of North Dakota History
Did you know?
The Foundation provides travel scholarships for North Dakota students participating in National History Day. Thanks to a generous gift from retired educators Jim and Gerd Tuchscherer, the Foundation established a National History Day endowment to fund stipends for the first- and second-place qualifiers in the state contest, allowing them to attend the prestigious national contest held each year at the University of Maryland, College Park.
Support Our Work
You can help the Foundation create a future where we remember, learn, share, and celebrate North Dakota history by making a financial contribution. Generous individuals like you allow our team to support the State Historical Society of North Dakota in identifying, preserving, interpreting, and promoting North Dakota history. We encourage you to explore your giving options below to find the best fit for your lifestyle!
Become a Foundation Member
We are proud to offer several levels of membership to individuals, families, and businesses that are interested in supporting the preservation of North Dakota history. All Foundation members, regardless of level, will receive membership cards in the mail and are entitled to tremendous benefits, including:
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FREE ADMISSION to 60 state historic sites and museums throughout North Dakota
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15% DISCOUNT at all State Historical Society of North Dakota gift stores
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SUBSCRIPTIONS to all State Historical Society of North Dakota publications, including North Dakota History: Journal of the Northern Plains and Plains Talk newsletter
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RECIPROCAL AND DISCOUNTED memberships at over 400 organizations in 45 states through Time Travelers
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ACCESS to the Foundation's Quarterly Newsletter with the latest mission updates from our team
Donations, Memorials, & Honorary Gifts
You can support the Foundation by contributing a one-time donation, offering a tribute to honor the life of a loved one, or giving a gift to commemorate a significant milestone. Generous gifts of $50.00 or more enable our team to continue advancing our goal of supporting the State Historical Society in preserving North Dakota history for future generations.
Matching Gift
Will your employer match your gift? Employer matching programs can double or maybe even triple your generous gift to the Foundation. Find out if your donation is eligible for employer match and maximize your giving power!
You can donate immediately online using a valid credit card or you can send your donation check through the mail.
Please make all checks payable to SHSND Foundation and mail to:
SHSND Foundation
PO Box 1976
Bismarck, ND 58502-1976
Planned Giving
As a 501(c)(3) entity, our team at the Foundation can help you develop a personalized gift strategy that offers immediate and long-term financial advantages. Your gift to the Foundation provides support for the State Historical Society of North Dakota to continue its mission and activities for generations to come. Not only does it have significant tax benefits, but planned giving is also an opportunity for you to get involved in the future of North Dakota history.
Through the North Dakota Charitable Giving Tax Credit, annual contributions of $5,000.00 or more to the Foundation's qualified endowment fund may be eligible for a North Dakota state tax credit of 40% of the gift amount, up to a maximum credit of $10,000.00 per individual or $20,000.00 per couple filing jointly. Any unused credit can be carried forward for an additional three years.
Individuals who are 70½ years or older may also make cash gifts directly from their Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to the Foundation. Your gift would not be taxable income and would qualify for the required minimum distribution.
Naming Rights Opportunities
Demonstrate your commitment to North Dakota’s cultural heritage by affiliating yourself or your company to specific areas within the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum, including galleries and event spaces.
If you have questions about Naming Rights opportunities, please contact Dale Lennon (Executive Director) at dale@statehistoricalfoundation.org or call our office at 701-222-1966.