Partner With Yerkes

Support meaningful work while becoming part of a place where people come to explore, learn, and experience something new.

What to Expect

Corporate partnerships create opportunities to support Yerkes while building meaningful connections with the people, programs, and experiences that make this place unique.

Brand Visibility

Increase awareness of your organization through events, programs, and on-site experiences that engage visitors throughout the year.

Meaningful Recognition

Curiosity leads the way—asking questions, making connections, and thinking through what’s being observed.

Employee & Client Experiences

What begins with astronomy expands into history, landscape, design, and creative expression, reinforcing learning across subjects.

Unique Event Opportunities

Each experience reinforces key concepts while creating moments your group will remember. It’s learning that sticks because it’s experienced, not just explained.

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Ways to Partner

Partnerships can take many forms, depending on your goals and how you’d like to be involved.
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Program & Event Sponsorships

Support experiences that bring people together throughout the year.

Stargazing programs and public events
Performances, talks, and seasonal programming
Educational workshops and community experiences

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Initiative & Project Support

Align your support with specific areas of impact across the property.

Restoration and preservation of the building
Development of the grounds, gardens, and public spaces
Expansion of arts, science, and education programs

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Campaign Partnerships

Be part of long-term growth through the Grow Beyond Our Galaxy campaign.

Support major capital projects and new spaces
Help expand access and programming
Contribute to the future vision of Yerkes

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Custom Partnerships

Work with us to create something tailored to your organization.

Branded experiences or activations
Employee or client engagement opportunities
Collaborative programs or initiatives

Thank You to Our Partners

Our corporate sponsors and partners play a vital role in advancing our mission. Thank you for helping us inspire discovery.

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Partner With Us

We’ll work with you to build a partnership that creates meaningful value for your organization. For more information, fill out our contact form and we’ll be in touch.