When you support The Buffalo History Museum, you make inspiration and discovery happen. Ensure that the stories of today and the past are preserved and accessible for generations to come.

Your support fuels our exhibits, educational programs, and preservation efforts. A financial contribution today ensures that Buffalo’s rich history remains accessible to all. Whether it’s a one-time donation or a recurring gift, your generosity helps us continue our work.

Scroll below for various ways to support the museum from podcast sponsorship to artifact donation.

Make history part of your legacy by including The Buffalo History Museum in your estate plans. A planned gift ensures that future generations can continue to learn from and engage with Buffalo’s past.

Planned giving options include:

✔ Bequests – Designate a gift to the Museum in your will or trust.
✔ IRA Charitable Rollovers – Make a tax-free gift directly from your retirement account.
✔ Stock & Securities – Donate appreciated assets for potential tax benefits.
✔ Life Insurance & Beneficiary Designations – Name the Museum as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy, retirement account, or annuity.

To discuss making history a part of your legacy, please email Katie McIntyre, Director of Advancement at kmcintyre@buffalohistory.org.

Supporting the Museum with cryptocurrency is easy and cost-effective through Every.org. Your crypto donation is converted into cash with zero hassle, ensuring that your gift directly supports our mission without additional fees or effort.

Join our community of dedicated supporters by becoming a Pillar of The Buffalo History Museum. Your sustaining monthly gift provides reliable support, allowing us to plan for the future while preserving the past. Monthly giving is an easy and meaningful way to contribute, with benefits such as exclusive updates and special donor recognition.

To become a Pillar member, simply click donate below and check the box “Show my support by making this a recurring donation.”

Why Sponsor The Buffalo History Museum Podcast?

✔Targeted Audience Reach – Engage with a dedicated audience interested in history, culture, and the Buffalo community.
✔Brand Alignment – Position your organization as a champion of education, storytelling, and local heritage.
✔Multi-Platform Exposure – Your brand will be featured across our podcast episodes, website, email marketing, and social media channels.
✔Community Engagement – Support an initiative that fosters historical awareness and civic pride.

Podcast Audience & Reach

✔To date, the podcast has received more than 60,000 downloads across 75 and every US state. It ranks in the top 10% of podcasts nationally, according to popular podcast-hosting platform Buzzsprout.
✔In 2021 and 2023, Buffalo Spree Magazine awarded the podcast its “Best of WNY” award.
✔Creator and host of the podcast, Anthony Greco, additionally received the Buffalo Spree award in 2022 for “Best Curator.’
✔Distributed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other major platforms

To discuss podcast sponsorship please email Katie McIntyre, Director of Advancement at kmcintyre@buffalohistory.org.

Strengthen your commitment to Buffalo’s history by partnering with us through corporate sponsorships and foundation grants. Your organization can support special exhibitions, educational initiatives, and community programs while gaining visibility and recognition.

To discuss corporate sponsorships and to request a corporate sponsorship packet, please email Katie McIntyre, Director of Advancement at kmcintyre@buffalohistory.org

The Buffalo History Museum adds depth and breadth to the collection by focusing on objects made in or associated with Buffalo and Erie County. These objects are given a permanent and safe home, preserving them and their stories for future generations and making them accessible to the public.

The Museum continues to add to its collection through gifts and donations from generous individuals and organizations, as well as through purchases funded by supporters of the Museum.

We are grateful for inquires about artifact donations. However, due to storage space limitations, duplication, and collections policies, all inquiries for artifact donation must be sent in advance to the appropriate contact below before we can assess or confirm any donations.