In these times of economic instability, non-profits are struggling to keep their funding base. By purchasing a membership for your loved ones, you not only help an organization keep its doors open but also provide a year-long present of education, entertainment and life experiences.
Arizona Historical Society Various locations. 617-1169, www.ArizonaHistoricalSociety.org. AHS serves as the steward for regional history. Your monetary support allows the society to collect and preserve Arizona artifacts, create exhibits and provide public programming. A one-year membership ($50) features free admission to AHS museums statewide, discounts on lectures, classes and gift shops purchases, plus more.
Arizona Public Media PBS on channel 6, NPR on 89.1FM, KUAT Classical 89.7, www.AZPM.org. The University of Arizona’s non-profit media organization has been around for 50 years with educational and award-winning programming. Annual memberships are available for all of their outlets, with various levels receiving thank you gifts. At the $40 level, a rewards card is issued that offers discounts to over 30 local eateries and businesses.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum 2021 North Kinney Rd. 883-2702, www.DesertMuseum.org. ASDM is a world-renowned zoo, natural history museum and botanical garden whose mission is to inspire people to live in harmony with the natural world. A $50 one-year membership offers free admission for 2 members and children under 17, discounts on classes, advance notice of special events and more.
The Drawing Studio 33 S. 6th Ave. 620-0947, www.TheDrawingStudio.org. For close to 20 years, TDS has been offering instruction and fellowship to artists/art students outside traditional institutions. Three levels of membership include student ($25), individual ($60) and family ($80). Benefits for the one-year membership include tuition discounts, merchant discounts, library privileges and more.
Food Conspiracy Co-Op 412 N. 4th Ave. 624-4821, www.FoodConspiracy.org. Membership not only entitles you to benefits such as members-only sales, discounts on purchases for volunteering, receiving rebate checks based on yearly purchases and more; membership means you are actually a part owner of the natural foods store. Cost: $180 if paid in full or payments of $23.75/every three months over two years. One time investment.
KXCI 91.3FM 220 S. 4th Ave. 623-1000, www.KXCI.org. Celebrating 25 years, the community radio station subsists on grants, underwriting and memberships. Basic one-year memberships start at $35. Join the CD of the month club by signing up at the $365 level. Benefits include occasional concert discounts, some ticket pre-orders, plus eclectic music 24/7. Installment payments are accepted.
The Loft Cinema 3233 E. Speedway Blvd. 322-LOFT, www.LoftCinema.com. Tucson’s independent cinema features films you likely won’t see anywhere else. Annual memberships range from $45 to $2500 with the basic level featuring a couple free passes, discounted admission, free popcorn, exclusive opportunities to buy advance tickets, and more.
Museum of Contemporary Art 265 S. Church Ave. 624-6873, www.MOCA-Tucson.org. A wide range of levels are available with the basic cost being $30, student; $50, individual; $75, family of 2 adults. Benefits offered are: free admission to exhibitions and educational programs, discounted admission to Collector’s Series seminars and other special events, discounts in the MOCA shop and more.
The Rialto Theatre 318 E. Congress St. 740-1000, www.RialtoTheatre.com. Enjoy discounts to concerts and gain access to pre-sale tickets by becoming a member. The historic theatre offers four levels of membership, starting at $60 with a slew of benefits. Good for one year.
Sky Island Alliance 738 N. 5th Ave. 624-7080, www.SkyIslandAlliance.org. The grassroots organization is dedicated to the protection and restoration of native species and habitats in the Sky Island region. Various membership levels with a range of benefits. The basic annual membership starts at $35 and is good for one year.
Tohono Chul Park 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte 742-6455, www.TohonoChulPark.org. The park features 49 acres that host nature trails, art exhibits, demonstration gardens, museum shops, greenhouse, and a Tea Room. It relies on memberships, grants and contributions for funding. Basic annual memberships start at $35 and provide free admission, discounts at the shops, guest passes and more.
Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way 326-9686, www.TucsonBotanical.org. The oasis in central Tucson promotes responsible and appropriate use of plants and water in a desert environment with its exhibits, events and classes. The annual Basic Plus membership is $45, provides benefits for two adults plus any children under 18 in the household and offers free admission, discounts at the gift shop and select local retailers and more.
Tucson Children’s Museum 200 S. 6th Ave. 792-9985, www.TucsonChildrensMuseum.org. The museum’s exhibits offer interactive, educational fun for the kids, along with special events almost daily. Annual membership packages include $40 for one adult and one child, $75 for two adults and children and $55 for grandparents and their grandchildren. Enjoy free admission, invitations to members-only events and more.
Tucson Museum of Art 140 N. Main Ave. www.TucsonMuseumofArt.org. The TMA and its historic block continuously celebrate a world of art, history and invite you to, too! A $50 annual membership enables two adults and their children to: free admission, discounts in the TMA store and for TMA art classes, five guest passes, invitations to openings and much more.
