Are you interested in taking your Bernheim membership to the next level by helping us further our mission of connecting people with nature? If so, Bernheim’s Giving Circles may be for you.
By giving $250 or more annually, Giving Circles members receive additional benefits including private lectures with our Artists in Residence, behind the scenes tours at Bernheim and exclusive access to the Forest Lounge during CONNECT as well as the opportunity to meet others who have a similar passion for Bernheim. We invite you to become a member of the Bernheim Giving Circles.
BERNHEIM GIVING CIRCLES LEVELS
All Giving Circles Members Receive the Following Benefits:
- Five general admission passes to give to friends and family to enjoy Bernheim ($25 value)
- Free year-round admission with your window decal for two vehicles
- 10% discount in Bernheim’s Gift Shop with your membership card
- Free program admission pass to a select Bernheim Program ($30 value)
- Discounts on Bernheim classes and programs
- Subscription to the forest echo, our award-winning full-color quarterly publication
- Free admission and/or discounts and other benefits at nearly 300 arboreta and botanical gardens throughout North America
- One-year subscription to Better Homes and Gardens
- Early registration for Bernheim programs and events
- Satisfaction of knowing your Bernheim membership helps protect and enhance the beauty and mission of Bernheim, connecting people with nature
PAWPAW: $250 – $499
All benefits listed above, plus:
Receive “The History of Isaac Wolfe Bernheim”, a limited edition book that includes two books in one highlighting the life of Bernheim’s founder Isaac Wolfe Bernheim
REDBUD: $500 – $999
All benefits listed above, plus:
Special invitation to join a VIP tour of Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest
FLOWERING DOGWOOD: $1,000 – $2,499
All benefits listed above, plus:
Special invitation to State of the Forest presentation and discussion with Dr. Mark Wourms and special guests.
SUGAR MAPLE: $2,500 – $4,999
All benefits listed above, plus:
Special invitation to Bernheim’s exclusive Artist in Residence events
TULIP POPLAR $5,000 – $9,999
All benefits listed above, plus:
A private lunch for six people, catered by Isaac’s Café, and accommodations in the Sassafras Room in Bernheim’s LEED™ Platinum certified Visitor Center.
WHITE OAK: $10,000 – $24,999
All benefits listed above, plus:
An overnight stay in Bernheim Forest at our historic Lodge (sleeps 4)
AMERICAN ELM: $25,000+
All benefits listed below, plus:
A weekend stay in Bernheim Forest at our historic Lake House (sleeps 8)
Please note that many companies will match employees’ contributions which will increase the impact of your gift. Contact your human resources department to see if your gift is eligible for a matching gift from your employer. Please mail your matching gift form to: Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, Attn: Membership P.O. Box 130 Clermont, KY 40110-0130.
Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. This contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
