Support Motown Museum

In Memory of Abdul “Duke” Fakir

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Motown Museum. Please include “in memory of Duke” in the comment section on the donation page. Motown Museum is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. Your donation is fully tax deductible.

Annual Fund

Your tax-deductible personal or corporate contributions support important education and resource opportunities. Over the years, young aspiring artists and entrepreneurs, mostly inner-city youth, have engaged in our transformative programs. To discuss giving opportunities, call us at 313.875.2264.

Partnerships

Be part of Motown Museum’s giving family by becoming a giving partner. Your support of annual operations and our immersive programs will allow us to continue inspiring and cultivating future artists and entrepreneurs. Review our Giving Guide to see our work and find potential matches to your philanthropic objectives.

Motown Museum Expansion

Motown Museum has engaged in a $65M expansion campaign to preserve the treasured birthplace of Motown Records, Hitsville U.S.A. and legendary recording Studio A. The expanded campus will become a 50,000 square foot world-class tourist destination featuring Hitsville NEXT, our education and community hub and feature dynamic, interactive exhibits, a state-of-the art performance theater, recording studios, expanded retail experiences, and more.

Membership

Fans from Detroit to Denmark have shown their support by becoming a valued Motown Museum member. For as low as $45, your exclusive benefits will include a personalize membership card, free admission for a year and retail discounts. PLUS, you will enjoy exclusive private events, artist meet and greet opportunities, event presale access and more! A Membership make a great gift for the Motown enthusiast in your life.

Field Trips

Motown Museum hosts thousands of students annually, but many young aspiring artists and entrepreneurs lack the opportunity to experience this inspiring experience due to School budget limitations. You can motivate our youth and promote the values of vision, creativity, and entrepreneurship by sponsoring afield trip. For a little as $1,000,you can gift this experience for up to 30 students, chaperones and provide quality transportation. For details, call (313) 875-2264 and ask for the Development Department.

Third Party Fundraisers

The Motown Museum is always looking to build community and make friends. Groups or individuals can host an approved third-party event or activity and make Motown Museum the beneficiary. Examples include: Golf outings, 5K Races, Raffles (50/50),Silent Auction, Bake Sale, Bowl-a-Thon. Individuals can raise funds through social media birthday campaigns or suggest donations in lieu of gifts commemorating birthdays, anniversaries, or other special occasions. To coordinate your effort, please call the Development office at (313) 875-2264

Planned Giving and Endowment Support

The Motown Museum offers several planned giving opportunities, all of which can be tailored to meet your specific financial and estate-planning needs. By remembering the Museum in your will, establishing a charitable gift annuity or charitable trust, supporting our endowment or making the Museum a beneficiary of your 401K, IRA, or Life Insurance policy, you may create a lifetime stream of income for you and/or a member of your family, as well as enjoy a significant charitable income tax or estate tax education. For details, please call the Development office at (313) 875-2264.

In-Kind and Artifact Donations

Motown Museum welcomes the donation of artifacts which may be used to help tell the Motown story in current or future exhibitions. Although all keepsakes hold priceless personal value, we are not able to accept all items. We welcome the opportunity to speak with you about any artifacts. To speak with a member of our team, please call(313) 875-2264for the Curatorial Department. Please note, the Museum does not purchase items, cannot give appraisals, advise on tax-deductions or estimate the value of your collection.