Support
Explore & More is 95% self-funded so every donation — including those of time, services or money — makes a difference in the museum’s programs, exhibits and activities.
Ensure the future of fun and learning
There are many ways you can contribute to the sustained success of Explore & More, including making a donation, volunteering your time, or supporting our endowment fund.
One-time & Recurring Donations
Make a donation in the amount of your choice online today—on your own behalf or as a tribute to someone you love. If you’d like, you can also set up recurring donations annually or monthly.
All donations to Explore & More are tax deductible.
Endowment
Become an endowment donor today and help us play forever!
Annual Appeal
Consider making a gift to ensure children of all abilities can experience hands-on, minds-on play that can only be found here at Explore & More.
Donation Requests
As a proud member of the Western New York community, Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum has been the benefactor of many generous donations. We feel it is our duty to pay it forward to other local community partner organizations. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee a donation to every worthy cause but we work to honor as many requests as possible!
Volunteer
Kids shouldn’t have all the fun!
The museum welcomes volunteers with different interests and skills to help support Explore & More today and into the future. You can volunteer at the museum or at our programming around Western New York, at special events or on a committee.
Endowment
A growing and stable source of funding will allow Explore & More to expand programs and offerings, as well as care for exhibits. The Play Forever Endowment strengthens Explore & More and ensures future generations of children will be able to play forever.