Art has the power to open minds and transform communities. History has the power to motivate, educate, and inspire. At the MAH, we harness both forces and encourage you to put their collective power to work for your business through exciting investment and partnerships opportunities, ranging from sponsorship to hospitality packages to team volunteering.
In addition, we recently expanded the benefits of our corporate membership and group membership programs, providing value-added perks that include downtown discounts, access to private events, free admission, group tours, and more.
We are a community museum dedicated to serving our community. By aligning with us, it's a chance to build your brand presence in Santa Cruz County, increase customer loyalty, engage and retain staff, and grow your network. We work with companies of all shapes and sizes across a variety of sectors.
Why Choose the MAH?
The MAH is a thriving community gathering place that offers a dynamic array of art and history exhibitions, events, public festivals, educational outreach programs, and collaborative cultural celebrations. Our space extends beyond our museum walls to include the following historical offsite locations: Evergreen Cemetery, Davenport Jail, the historic Octagon Building, and Abbott Square—our culinary and entertainment venue in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz.
The MAH is grateful to shine among our Bay Area peers as a premier provider of art, history, and community for over 25 years! Current institutional collaborators, business partners, and corporate members include the Institute of the Arts & Sciences at UCSC, The Humanities Institute at UCSC, Paystand, NHS, Downtown Santa Cruz Association, and many more.
Corporate Membership
Our corporate membership program offers three tiers, each with benefits to boost employee engagement and company access to the MAH. Simply choose a level that meets your needs.
Corporate Associate ($2,500–4,999)
• Recognition on the MAH website and in the annual report
• 25% membership discount for all employees
• 25 guest day passes
• Invitations to members-only exhibition previews
• Private curator-led tour for up to 25*
Corporate Ambassador ($5,000 –9,999)
• Recognition on the MAH website and in the annual report
• 50% membership discount for all employees
• 50 guest day passes
• Invitations to members-only exhibition previews
• Private curator-led tour for up to 25
• 25% venue rental discount for one special event
Corporate Ally ($10,000+)
• Recognition on the MAH website and in the annual report
• 50% membership discount for all employees
• 50 guest day passes
• Invitations to members-only exhibition previews
• Private curator-led tour for up to 25*
• 25% venue rental discount for one special event**
• Name recognition as sponsor of one First Friday or other community program
Group Membership
Group membership is an option for businesses that would like to purchase memberships for their employees versus investing in a corporate membership. There are three levels of individual memberships to choose from: Friend, Family, and Fan.
Choose your preferred membership level and the quantity of memberships to receive your discounted group rate. We also provide additional group membership benefits for group purchases above $5,000.
Examples of group membership benefits:
• Discounts at Hotel Paradox
• Discounts at Scotts Valley Hilton
• Private rental discounts
• Private group exhibition tours
• Recognition on the MAH website and in the annual report
• Choice of underwriting opportunities
Additional Ways to Support
Corporate Matching Gifts
Matching gifts are an excellent way for donors to increase the impact of a personal gift to the MAH. Please contact us to find out if your company offers a matching program.
In-Kind Donations
Companies may also choose to support the MAH through a donation of goods, services, and volunteer hours. Businesses can provide needed materials, pro-bono professional services, or a combination of cash and in-kind gifts to receive sponsorship recognition.
We are a community museum dedicated to serving our community. By aligning with us, it's a chance to build your brand presence in Santa Cruz County, increase customer loyalty, engage and retain staff, and grow your network.
Corporate engagement and individual giving initiatives help us maximize our potential as a community cultural resource. With a portfolio of unique partnership opportunities, the MAH is a high-profile property that offers turn-key events, targeted audiences, and relevant marketing platforms. Plus, we have a lot of fun.
Our success is a reflection of community partnership and support. If you would like more information how you or your business can get involved, please contact me, Nikki Patterson, to explore these exciting opportunities.