Spark Curiosity. Grow Possibility.
For over 25 years, Whitaker Center has served as a launchpad for imagination, a bridge between science, art, and education, and a hub for innovation and wonder. Within our walls, children light up with new ideas, teens find a place to belong in science and art, and families grow closer through shared moments of awe and inspiration that create lifelong memories.
Your generosity makes these moments possible.
Ways to Give
The generosity of individual donors helps support Whitaker Center’s day-to-day operations and keep our cutting-edge programs and unique performances accessible to all. We accept donations of any size and deeply appreciate your generous philanthropy.
Check
Make your check payable to “Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts”, and send to:
Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
Development Office
222 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Credit Card
Make a secure gift to Whitaker Center with your credit card here.
If you’d like to make a gift by credit card, but do not wish to make your gift online, please call the Development Office at (717) 724-3886.
Pledge or Recurring Donation
Pledge:
A pledge is a promise to make a specified payment within the fiscal year (July 1 to June 30). Pledges to Whitaker Center must be paid by June 30 each year. You can make a pledge by contacting the Development Office at development@whitakercenter.org.
Whitaker Center allows pledge commitments to endowment and capital projects over a period of five years.
Recurring Gifts:
A recurring gift is an ongoing, specific gift amount determined by a donor that is charged monthly, annually, or quarterly to a donor’s credit card.
Your recurring gift is a dependable source of support that Whitaker Center can count on throughout the year!
To get started, visit our giving form and select the “recurring gift” check-box under “type of gift.”
Sponsorships
Corporate sponsorship is a great way to support the arts and culture in the Harrisburg community and gain exposure among Whitaker Center patrons and members. We tailor sponsorship packages to meet the needs of your organization.
Without our corporate partners, Whitaker Center would not be able to provide the diversity or high quality programming that has become our hallmark. We offer companies sponsorship opportunities for many of our films, performances, exhibits, and educational programs.
For a current list of sponsorship opportunities and benefits, please contact the Development Office at development@whitakercenter.org or call (717) 724-3886.
EITC
EITC, or the Education Improvement Tax Credit, is a PA Department of Community and Economic Development program that provides incentives for eligible businesses when they donate to eligible organizations. Whitaker Center uses EITC funding to help public school students access the experiences offered in the UPMC Science Center, STEM Education Labs programs, Documentary Films, live performances at our Sunoco Performance Theater, and more!
Companies eligible for EITC are invited to call our Development Department at (717) 724-3886 for more information about giving to Whitaker Center.
For a description of the EITC program, eligibility requirements and application deadlines, please visit www.newPA.com/EITC .
Create a lasting legacy!
There are many creative and tax-advantageous ways to affirm your commitment to Whitaker Center’s mission through a legacy gift. An outright bequest, a gift of life insurance, or a charitable gift annuity – just to name a few – can have meaningful impacts on the future of Whitaker Center.
Let us work with you to determine the best way for you to create your Whitaker Legacy.
For more information on charitable estate giving, please contact the Development Office:
Bill Randall
Chief Advancement Officer
Email: brandall@whitakercenter.org | development@whitakercenter.org
Phone: 717-724-3886
Submit Inquiry Form
Whitaker Center is committed to making sure that as many children as possible have the opportunity to learn and explore through our various educational programs. The Whitaker Center Educational Outreach Fund (WCEOF) allows us to offer reduced admission fees for Title 1 schools and Central PA nonprofits that serve low-income or disadvantaged youth ages 4-18.
WCEOF assists with the cost for UPMC Science Center visits, STEM Design Studios, Select Medical Digital Cinema documentary films, and may provide assistance with transportation costs. These funds also provide discounts for Surgery Live! Programs and Summer Camps.
To contribute to the Whitaker Center Educational Outreach Fund, you can make your gift online here.
If you would like to request funding for a school group or youth program, please contact Whitaker Center’s Group Sales Office at 717-724-3862 or groupsales@whitakercenter.org.
Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3), charitable organization recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Contributions to Whitaker are tax-deductible in accordance with IRS Code section 170.