Gifts That Make An Impact Now

If you would like to help protect aquatic life today, consider the giving options below — many of which have financial and personal benefits to you.

Recommend a grant now from your donor-advised fund

You can use your donor-advised fund (DAF) to make a one-time gift, or to create a recurring monthly or quarterly gift for even more impact.

We invite you to visit our donor-advised fund page to conveniently initiate a grant or learn more about creating your legacy by making Shedd Aquarium a beneficiary of your DAF.

Memorial or Tribute Gift

When you give a memorial or tribute gift for Shedd Aquarium to honor someone special, you’re expressing your love, admiration and gratitude in one of the most meaningful ways there is. Your gift will honor your loved one, create a lasting tribute and help animals around the globe for years to come.

Gifts of Appreciated Securities
You can use stocks, bonds and mutual funds that have appreciated in value to support our shared vision. You may receive a charitable income tax deduction for the full market value of the stock (up to a maximum of 30% of your adjusted gross income) and avoid paying the capital gains tax on any increase in the value of the stock.
Challenge Gift Opportunities
Would you like to maximize the impact of your giving and encourage other supporters to mobilize on behalf of our mission? Consider initiating a matching gift challenge. Donate a pool of funds to Shedd Aquarium, from which we will match any donation made within a given period of time. In this way, you can double the impact of your giving.

The Impact of Your Giving

$2,500

could help provide more immersive experiences.

With memorable activities like interactive touch experiences and exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of aquatic habitats – you help bring more people up close and personal with underwater life.

$15,000

could help us provide the best care for our animals.

Your donation helps ensure every animal at Shedd continues to receive world-class care.

$65,000

could help conservation efforts around the world.

Your support would aid with specialized care for animals in need, provide support for important conservation efforts or protect endangered species.

*Please note that these examples are for illustration purposes only and actual gift amounts may differ. Please contact our team to see the impact you can make possible.

Our Team is Here to Help

Our experienced team is here to help you…

  • Learn about special projects that align with your interests.
  • Structure a donation that maximizes benefits for you and your loved ones.
  • Stay up to date on how your gift is used.
  • And more!
Natalie King Director of Individual and Planned Giving Shedd Aquarium

Maggie Olson
Manager of Individual Giving

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