Donations

Support Your Community

Most communities our size don’t have an organization dedicated to making cultural experiences available to everyone. Donors like you make a difference to our community, supporting experiences with nature, history, gardens, and art for families from East Central Indiana and beyond.

Now you can make contributions online! Click here to help support Minnetrista.

Contributions to Minnetrista's Annual Fund support...

  • FREE family fun through signature events and festivals, summer concerts, and open admission days.
  • Unique learning opportunities for students through field trip programs, summer camps, and theater performances in local schools.
  • Rotating gallery exhibitions (with a little something for everyone) that help keep Minnetrista fresh and new for each and every visit.
  • Outstanding grounds and facility care that make Minnetrista one of East Central Indiana's favorite gathering places year-round.


Donors are recognized in Minnetrista's Annual Report at four levels:

  • Oakhurst Circle: Gifts of $1,000 and above
  • Nebosham Circle: Gifts of $500 to $999
  • Maplewood Circle: Gifts of $250 to $499
  • Friends of Minnetrista: Gifts under $250


Minnetrista is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation. Gifts to Minnetrista are tax-deductible. Click here to read answers to frequently asked questions.

For more information on additional giving opportunities, including Memorial and Tribute gifts, Legacy and Planned giving, or in-kind contributions of goods and services, please contact the Minnetrista Development Office at (765) 287-3537 or email.

Read more about membership at Minnetrista.