These vital community programs rely on the generosity of members like you. Your support is essential to continue making a lasting difference in the lives of our community members. The Arizona Museum of Natural History is dedicated to empowering and enriching our community. The City of Mesa, through its partnership with the Arizona Museum of Natural History Foundation, a private nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, enable us to be a hub of discovery, discourse and positive change. 

The Arizona Museum of Natural History's educational initiatives impact the lives of countless children and families from our community and beyond. 

• Field Trip Scholarships allow students from underserved schools to visit our galleries aligned with Arizona academic standards
• Museum To-Go Boxes make it possible for public school teachers around the Valley to bring fossils, museum-quality replicas and customized lesson plans from AZMNH into their classrooms
• Our Paid Internship Program provides real-world career experience in research and collections and museum administration for students age 17 years and older
• Youth Ambassadors provides volunteer opportunities for teens to learn intangible life skills and serve their community
• Mobile Exploration and Discovery (MEAD) brings STEM learning experiences out into the community