Find Childrens Museums Nonprofits and Charities

  LRB wrote:

Habitot is a wonderful, safe space for toddlers (and parents) from very diverse backgrounds to come together for fun and learning. Unlike other local play centers that are for-profit, Habitot's services are accessible to families with limited resources... more »

  Thomas 51 wrote:

My family and I love the museum. It's a laugh a minute for the kids and us grown ups as well. With so much to do and touch and laugh at. The kids forget all about computer games, TV and all the rest that they play with. We were their for Grossology. Who... more »

  Kasprzak wrote:

Home Based Arts has been part of the Miami Valley area education community and community at large-- giving over 350,000 Learning Activity Books to kids. The books, all written to state proficiency standards are interesting and fun for the kids-- what's... more »

  tina wrote:

My daughter loved this program so much she asked to enroll in it twice! Awesome program, kids are having so much fun they aren't even aware of the magnitude or value of the lessons being taught. I would highly recommend it to any parent or organization... more »

  Amy A.2 wrote:

I was fortunate to be honored by the TLLCCF as one of the 2017 Early Childhood Teachers of the Year. The foundation staff was amazing, they provided an amazing trip to honor childcare teachers and the funds from the grant they provided have enhanced my... more »

  director10 wrote:

I've been volunteering with the Children's Peace Pavilion since it's inception 20 some years ago. They have excellent programming for children and their families to learn peacemaking skills. The children are always excited to do the hands-on activities... more »

  Katja T. wrote:

I found "The Golden Carrot" while being on a mission to save an elderly horse. After making initial contact, they immediately responded with a shout out to their donors, volunteers and the readers of their website to help me save my equine friend. Within... more »

  Lunch Lady wrote:

My son Matthew 8 has a rare seizure disorder called Dravet Syndrome. He has seizures when he gets over heated, over stimulated or just plain hot. It is difficult in the summer when Matthew wants to go outside to play with the other children but he... more »

  adam1 wrote:

My children absolutely love coming to the museum. My 7-year old daughter can't get enough of the vet area and my 14-year-old son enjoys the "Race is On" area (which teaches concepts of physics, such as momentum, motion and friction.) more »

  ell2 wrote:

Miami Children's Museum is a great place for the entire family to spend the day. Each exhibit is interactive and engaging and every day there is new and fun programming that exposes children to arts, community and culture! more »

  mariellis wrote:

My daughter has been dancing with Dancewave for five years now--summers (in the intensive workshop) since she was 11 and ballet just added during the school year. What a fabulous way to take full possession of her talent and growing abilities! The dance... more »

  Mel H. wrote:

Education in Science and Technology are the keys to America's future and that means we have to start with the youngest members of our nation! That's exactly what Sarasota Florida's GWIZ Science Museum does everyday. The Museum is chalk full of "hands... more »

  rebecca2 wrote:

This place is awesome. I think of it as the secret fun place in the Bay Area. There are free games, pinball, and lots of really cool things to look at. I was pretty impressed by Playland. I am currently trying to get a group of friends to go back with... more »

  Mommyof2 wrote:

My daughter LOVES this place!!! As stated in the name, AHA is a great 'hands-on,' educational, learn through play museum. Great for families, aunts, uncles, grandparents and child. Excellent place for Mom Groups to meet! AHA encourages adults to join... more »

  melissa41 wrote:

The Please Touch Museum is a wonderful place where little minds go to explore, learn and play. It is filled with magical experiences. My children spend hours learning while they "food shop", "drive" a real car, "ride" a real bus, learn about levies, canals... more »

  belgian wrote:

Storm's Angels is a hardworking, all volunteer 501c3 organization. The animals reside in foster homes until adopted. Storm's Angel' s helps so many animals who would have otherwise perished in overcrowded shelters, neglectful situations or to the harsh... more »

  BethanyWinston wrote:

My family visits The Children's Museum of the Upstate on a frequent basis, including not just visiting the museum but also attending museum events. I own a website that offers event news and reviews about our area, so we have visited several other museum... more »

  AndyMc wrote:

I recently gave some money to O'Neil Sea Odyssey and picked up some information about the program and was less than pleased about the focus of the group and its agenda. This looks like a PAC with an ostensible program of helping kids learn about the ocean.... more »

  sweet1 wrote:

Our 12 year old son has Down Syndrome and has very limited speech as well as ADHD. We have never been able to really relax on a vacation with him because he is so active. Camp Barnabas was a genuine answer to prayer. After touring the camp, we enrolled... more »

  AnithaC wrote:

I will have to admit my motives, when I first volunteered for UKSF, were purely selfish! As someone new to the bay area I was looking for avenues to meet people- so when someone mentioned they needed a person for a fashion show – I eagerly agreed. On... more »

  Happy Family wrote:

The museum is a wonderful place for young children to engage in stimulating art/science activities and imaginary play exhibits. Busiest in winter when it is snowing. A great community asset that welcomes many families in need - free of charge. more »

  anakolasinski wrote:

The Children's Museum of the Brazos Valley is a must visit site in the Brazos Valley. From the moment you step foot in the new museum building located in the Lake walk area of Bryan (by the Stella Hotel), a staff member will greet you into a fantastic... more »

  Tanya17 wrote:

Our story begins with a chance encounter with a munckin from the Land of Oz. My daughter Kiara was in a 2nd/3rd grade split class that was selected to act in the Everett High School's rendition of The Wiz. After the first night of applause, she told... more »

  JulVlahos wrote:

My children love the Museum. My son is crazy about the "train room" and always wants to start our visit there. My daughter can also play in the "train" room -- but she really prefers the boat and fish that are in the same room. It works great for me... more »

  cindiking wrote:

My very young grandsons live in Southern California and we've been to several children's museums with them there. When we go on vacation together, we look for children's museums and visit them. We visited the Sonoma County Children's Museum for the... more »

  kmpagan wrote:

This is a great non profit for the community of Beaver Falls to help the local children and I am really excited to see where the museum is going to go over the next few years! more »

  elaygee wrote:

This non profit discriminates against Gay and Lesbian families by charging them double the family rate. more »

  MamaShelley wrote:

Oakland's Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA for short) is a wonderful place for children to go to explore their artistic talents, express themselves through creativity, and to develop an appreciation for the arts. I have been taking my own son, now 7, for... more »

  Science_Nerd wrote:

Unfortunately, this beautiful museum with incredible potential is "led" by a director who is completely dysfunctional. She has no leadership experience and has questionable budgeting procedures. I fear that this wonderful place will disappear if she remains... more »

  niki1 wrote:

The Discovery Museum offers many art and theater experiences throughout the year. On the second weekend of every month they host a Visiting Artist series that engages all ages. The programs vary from poetry to water colors. It is always a unique experience... more »

  Sosullivan wrote:

My history with the toy library goes back decades...as a child in the 1980s my mom served as a volunteer member and brought me to the toy library to play. She met friends who she is still close with to this day. Fast forward 40 years to when I returned... more »

  johng2 wrote:

I've visited IMAS many times and just love the exhibits and the staff! Special items of interest are Science on a Sphere and the star parties they have from time to time. The city needs a robust and dynamic museum and IMAS fits the bill. more »

  steve7 wrote:

I read early readers to my daughter until she started reading them to me. Great resource for both parents and children. ~Steve Mancuso more »

  Dot Mom wrote:

The best place in Boston for families. I bring my 2 children here as much as I can (but they would like to come more than that, I am sure!). Bubbles, the Japan House and Peep are favorites. more »

  Mommy23 wrote:

I have three children ages: 6, 4, and 3. We were looking for something fun to do on our way home and I came across this Children's Museum. I can't say enough positive things about it! I've been to many larger Children's Museums with multiple floors of... more »

  Michelle Pagni wrote:

As both a donor and a prior volunteer, Promises2Kids is close to my heart. Originally founded in 1981 as the grassroots Child Abuse Prevention Foundation of San Diego, this organization continues to be the preeminent organization for preventing and treating... more »

  alicia7 wrote:

Recently, Young Arts hosted an opening reception for an exhibit of art by school children. My niece was one of the children whose art was shown. It was such a thrilling event! All the kids turned into little stars when they saw their art on the wall... more »

  katie wrote:

Love this museum! My kids love the toddler room where they can play and learn with water, use the children's slide, play on a firetruck, in a playhouse and with all sorts of puzzles. They also love the third floor of the museum where they can dance... more »

  katie8 wrote:

My son Jack, age 3, loves Pretend City and learns a lot. The staff is FANTASTIC and remembers his name every time. My daughter Lila, age 7 months, loves the Toddler Areas and the Chicks. We all especially love the Art Studio. We are members and highly... more »

  BrainSurgeonMom wrote:

I loved "playing scientist" when I was a little girl but hated science class at school. All we seemed to do was listen to our teacher, read aloud from a textbook, and feed her the answers to questions on written tests. When I brought my five-year-old... more »

  TheAkidianaProject wrote:

This nonprofit organization is truly remarkable. When Children's Museum of Acadiana was contacted regarding the possibility of providing passes for a family of a child celebrating their birthdays at a nearby homeless shelter, they didn't hesitate to offer... more »

  Jonny Imerman CLOZTALK ImermanAngels wrote:

CCM has such an important mission of providing hands-on education and community for kids in Chicago-- the place where kids play and connect!! GREAT org, GREAT team— the CLOZTALK team is honored to call CCM our partner!! CLOZTALK team >>... more »

  childcreativitylab wrote:

Love this place. Not your "push your button" or "pull the rope" type of venue where kids just watch a predetermined action occur and move on to the next exhibit. Open ended experience that fosters critical skills in children. more »

  caronjuneenigoe wrote:

The Olympia Children's Museum is a great place to take your kids, no matter what the weather is. There is so much to do! I brought my sister and her three young children along with my young teens, and everyone had a blast. There's music to play and dress... more »

  Bonnie_B wrote:

Frying Pan Farm Park is a prime location in the Fairfax County Park Authority system in Northern Virginia. Admission is free. My son and I have been many times throughout the years, enjoying the farm animals, the historic farm life, and the simplicity... more »

  kathy-paul wrote:

I have very fond memories of Fairytale Town as I spent a lot of fun times there with my children. I wish i had a similar place to play, explore and imagine where I grew up. more »

  teta wrote:

I'll disclose right from the start that I work at Brattleboro Museum & Art Center. For more than 8 years of my tenure here I've been amazed, delighted and proud of the exhibits and programming that is produced at BMAC. BMAC is not one person's doing,... more »

  25Silopanna wrote:

This community treasure was started 30 years ago to fill a much-needed gap for families with young children to experience art, music, world cultures, science, history, etc. in a meaningful way. Since then we have served countless children and their accompanying... more »

  Greysmom wrote:

The Staten Island Children's Museum has been a part of my family for generations. My children played, discovered, learned and grew there. Now their children, our grandchildren, are lucky enough to do the same. What a resource in our community. Creative... more »

  Martha Graham wrote:

I have been on BCM's board since 1989 - far longer than my involvement with any other nonprofit organization. The reason? BCM, the world's first ever museum created expressly for children, is a touchstone in the world of children's museums. It has... more »

  zystar wrote:

The all-volunteer, grass roots Founding Board of Directors has done astonishing work! They have completed all due diligence including market study and operations plan, concept design, social and fiscal impact study, fundraising feasibility, and building... more »

  CeciliaLi wrote:

wonder works is a nice museum!Children can do many creative things here.It’s a good place for imagination.People working here is very patient and nice!The loose part is really cool!Also,the art room is fantastic.There are a lot of special events here,children... more »

  Hidde wrote:

My children and I love this facility! Always clean, and always something engaging going on. more »

  auntiek wrote:

The Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester is a safe and fun learning environment for all, especially children. Many of the families that join have memberships that are supported, or subsidized, through donations - I believe it's over 80%. I have... more »

  mjchaparro09 wrote:

As a TV producer I have been able to donate my time and effort to produce videos to portrait the vision of this organization created for the protection of animals. As an animal lover myself, I have witnessed trough the years the progress, growth and development... more »

  klmoler77 wrote:

Raven Hill Discovery Center is a hands-on center which connects science, history and art through its exhibits and facilities. There is so much to learn indoors and outdoors. It is fun and educational at the same time! See and hold exotic reptiles and... more »

  Anita wrote:

The Works is a “hands-on, minds-on” museum that brings science, engineering, and mathematics to life for young people ages 5 to 15. Open to the public since 1995, The Works stimulates its young visitors with unique exhibits and customized,... more »

  dina1026 wrote:

UCP of Eastern Connecticut is a dynamic organization that successfully promotes independence of individuals with a variety of disabilities in the community. Thanks to the hard work of staff and management of UCP, clients have successfully transitioned... more »

  jmandy wrote:

What a wonderful learning environment for kids! There are many indoor exhibits - painting on glass, building toys, a grain elevator, career exhibits and a magnificent outdoor area that includes tricycles, a stream and pond, a music garden, plus many... more »

  smatroso wrote:

Kids Art Museum (KAM) is a new and developing art education organisation in Monterey, CA. We are working on several fundraising campaigns to get the needed capital to lease a building in Monterey and to open the doors of this FREE museum to all and... more »

  Renee38 wrote:

My membership with the Junior League of Sacramento has given me so much more confidence in my leadership abilities. I also have developed a greater sense of the importance of giving back to my community. I keep finding that the more that I give, the... more »

Friends of East County Arts, Inc., provides grants to deserving philanthropies and school arts programs in East San Diego County.... more »

To create opportunities for inspirational discovery and the joy of life- long learning through interactive experiences in science,... more »

Discovery Space is a non-profit science center designed to provide engaging experiences with science and technology that spark... more »

Education of children through fun, play-based, interactive, hands-on experiences. more »

The mission of the Koch Family Children's Museum of Evansville (cMoe) is to spark the curious minds and imaginations of children... more »

Assisting abused children more »

The mission of the children's museum of fond du lac is to support childhood development utilizing innovative exhibits and programs... more »

To implement enriching programs, experiences and interactive spaces that encourage children ages 0-11 to think creatively and... more »

Lutheran Children's Home Society (aka Bremwood Lutheran Services, aka Bremwood Lutheran Children's Home) was established in 1864... more »

Saddle Pals, founded in 1992, offers a recreational therapy that uses the horse, its relationship with the rider, and the activities... more »

Our mission is, "Our mission is to help children and families become lifelong learners." Housed in the Old Fire Station in historic... more »

To encourage children to appreciate ther role in local and global communities by creating a dynamic environment which fosters... more »

To serve as an educational resource, complimenting and extending the learning of home and school: encourage a hands on learning... more »

To establish a non-profit children's museum in the city of oswego for the benefit of children, families, educators, and caregivers... more »

Pewabic is a non-profit dedicated to making ceramics relevant and accessible to all by supporting artistic innovation and creating... more »

To educate and delight children in the company of their parents. more »

To enable young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.... more »

Longview world of wnders is a non-profit organization seeking to inspire a life-long love of learning by giving children the opportunity... more »

To establish a central organization bringing together all foster parent associations who wish to work together for the welfare... more »

Opening a pathway to inspire the imagination of children and families, Lake "Effect" Children's Museum provides a joyful place... more »

PROVIDE IMAGINATIVE, ENTERTAINING AND PARTICAPATORY EXPERIENCES IN THE ARTS,SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES. more »

Through joyful learning and discovery, the san antonio children's museum grows minds, connects families and transforms communities.... more »

Marfy mission: marfy will empower its members to provide the highest quality outcomes through advocacy, accountability, peer consultation,... more »

The children's museum offers hands-on fun with sciene and nature for younger children and families, school and community groups,... more »

Our mission is to provide avenues for Everyone to Enjoy and Live the Arts. Making art accessible to everyone instead of the elite. more »

To provide a cultural resource focusing on science and technology for a bread and general audience. more »

The Discovery Museums mission is to inspire enduring curiosity and love of learning through interactive discovery, hands-on inquiry,... more »

The organization's mission is to create extraordinary learning experiences across the arts, sciences and humanities that have... more »

Childrens museum more »

Caeyc envisions a respected professional work force providing developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive, high-quality,... more »

Establish and maintain a museum for children that will provide an opportunity for children and families to experience learning... more »

SNAP provides leadership programs and services to educate, support and help empower youth to make healthier decisions. more »

Health world education, ltd. D/b/a health world southwest is an organization operating to promote the health education of the... more »

Marbles Kids Museum sparks imagination, discovery and learning through play. more »

PREVENTION OF CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT IN ALL ITS FORMS FOR ALL CHILDREN THROUGHOUT TEXAS. more »

To promote children's creativity, inquiry and learning through active hands-on exhibits and programming. North country children's... more »

To provide food, shelter, clothing, medical care recovery and therapy care, christian education, and recreation for infants and... more »

To spark imagination and foster learning for children of all backgrounds and abilities and to build strong connections within... more »

Acm creates innovative learning experiences for children and families that equip the next generation of creative problem solvers.... more »

Discovering the joys of learning, play and community. more »

Connecting all our communities' children, and those who care for them, to one another and to a life of wonder, imagination and... more »

To provide an indoor space for children and their families to interact explore and exercise imagination and creativity, provide... more »

The mission of the discovery playhouse is to create fun, creative, and interactive experiences for children and their caregivers... more »

To inspire appreciation, understanding and stewardship of our natural environment through discovery and learning. more »

The valley children's museum provides opportunities for educational play for children, families and school groups through fun,... more »

The Wareham Boys and Girls Club was founded in 1982 by a group of concerned citizens when our town's Recreation Dept. no longer... more »

The mission of the children's museum of manhattan (cmom) is to inspire children and families to learn about themselves and our... more »

The mission of timmy's town center is to foster positive discovery of self and community through hands on engagement and interactive... more »

To stimulate curiosity and motivate learning in children by providing interactive exhibits and programs. more »

The Raleigh Jaycees Goodfellows Foundation has been giving Christmas to Raleigh children since 1934. It is one of the oldest running... more »

The purpose of the children's museum of yuma county is to create a lifelong experience through hands on, interactive exhibits... more »

Agency for Infant Development has merged with Tri-Cities Children's Centers, a local nonprofit. Please refer to Tri-Cities Children's... more »

Provision of Services designed to prevent child abuse/neglect and offer youth opportunities and hope more »

Provides a hands-on environment that celebrates childhood, inspires learning and encourages self-directed exploration for children.... more »

EdVenture''s mission is "to inspire children to experience the joy of learning." The museum''s vision is "to create new generations... more »

Victorian Vanities'' Mission is Education of the general public regarding aspects of American history through various forms of... more »

History In 1882 a building was erected to serve as an armory. In years to follow, the Bridgeport Brass purchased this building... more »

The foundation's mission is to create unlimited horizons in aerospace education through the preservation and presentation of the... more »

The organization's purpose is to organize and sponsor instructional classes and activities in the fine arts for the city of newton... more »

The museum's mission is dedicated to motivating children and adults of all backgrounds and abilities toward greater creativity... more »

In 1988 the Silver Bullets began offering free lessons and therapy to all ages and disabilities. Our mission was to integrate... more »

A fun, safe, and inviting place, kidscommons nurtures exploration, collaboration, and creativity within all children and their... more »

The Children’s Museum of Memphis inspires children to explore, imagine, and create – growing minds and filling them with endless... more »

Imagine children's museum creates playful learning opportunities through hands-on, interactive exhibits, activities, special events... more »

To maintain and operate a science and history educational institution designed for the entire family. more »

Explore and more children's museum provides an environment for creative play and learning through hands-on exhibits, activities... more »

Museum for children of all ages more »

Dedicated to creating an interactive community that inspires curiosity, sparks imagination and nurtures discovery. more »

The Missing Children Awareness Foundation prints and distributes children's fingerprint and photo identification kits through... more »

Marietta/cobb museum of art's mission is to inspire and educate a diverse community through exhibition, interpretation, collection... more »

Independence seaport museum deepens the appreciation, understanding and experience of the philadelphia region's waterways. We... more »

The jersey shore children's museum, a non-profit facility, is dedicated to creating an environment for children that stimulates... more »