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How You Can Help
The Walt Whitman Birthplace Association is a non-profit organization that relies on the generosity of concerned friends, corporations, and foundations to support the financial needs and educational programs of the Walt Whitman Birthplace. There are many ways in which one can contribute.
Membership
The most common way in which individuals can contribute is by becoming a member of the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association.
For more information on membership click here.
Financial Donations
Gifts of cash, securities, real property, bequests, annuities, and matching gifts may be designated for general annual operating purposes or they may be restricted to specific areas or projects. Please fill out the donation form below.
Commemorative Programs
Commemorate an important event or person by taking part in the WWBA's Commemorative Brick and Bench Program.
For more information about the Commemorative Brick and Bench Program click here.
Non-financial Donations
- Use of a power washer machine for 2 day time period.
- Flowers and plants for continuing beautification of the Birthplace and grounds.
- Rare books - to build library.
- Whitman artifacts - to build upon our Whitman collection.
- Historical documents - to build our museum reference section.
- West Hills documents.
- 1850's period antiques, clothing, and memorabilia.
Featured Events
Huntington Museum Challenge
Sat, April 17, 2010
The North Sea Poetry Scene Poetry Reading
Sat, April 17, 2010
Performing Poetry: A Workshop and Performance
Sat, April 10, 2010
Reception for Award Winning Young Professionals
Wed, March 24, 2010
NY Council for the Humanities Reading Between the Lines Series -- "Into the American Wilderness"
Thu, March 11, 2010
Children's Program of Irish Dances, Tales and Tunes
Sat, March 6, 2010
Poetry Contest
Sat, January 2, 2010



