Autry National Center

Ways to Support the Autry

Gifts from members and friends of the Autry National Center of the American West help provide important funding for the Autry's world-class exhibitions and cultural events, dynamic educational programs, expanding permanent collection, and conservation efforts.

Your commitment, interest, and involvement are essential to the ongoing success and growth of the Autry National Center. Click on the links below to find out how you can support the Autry today!

Memorial and Tribute Gifts

You can make a gift in honor or in memory of a special person or on the occasion of a special event (birthday, anniversary, or wedding) through the Autry’s Tribute program.

Gifts of Cash

Cash gifts are the simplest way to maximize the impact of your support for the Autry National Center. Checks, credit card donations, and automatic drafts from a checking account are recognized as cash gifts and are fully tax deductible. You can send a check to the address below, download a form to send in for an automatic draft, or make an online contribution by using a credit card.

Gifts of Securities

If you have long-term appreciated stocks or bonds that you have held for a year or more, consider giving them directly to the Autry, as you may receive tax benefits.

Gifts of Art and Artifacts

The Autry's collection continues to grow. Gifts of art and artifacts increase the quality and quantity of the museum's collections. For more information on donating artworks or artifacts, please click here.

In-Kind Gifts

You can support the Autry with gifts of art and artifacts, as well as Gala silent auction items (gift certificates, food, and wine), services such as advertising or printing, tangible items such as office furniture and computer equipment, and vehicles.

Estate and Planned Gifts

There are many ways you can contribute to the Autry, leave a vital legacy for our shared future, and ensure that your generosity will live beyond your lifetime. Whether you make a commitment through your will, living trust, retirement plan, life insurance policy, or a charitable remainder trust, your gift will ensure that the Autry continues to develop thought-provoking exhibitions and programs while educating future generations about this dynamic region.

By notifying the Autry of your planned gift, you will become a member of the Autry's Western Heritage Society, which was created to honor and thank our friends who have included the Autry in their giving plans.

Vehicle Donation

Interested in donating your vehicle to an organization you believe in? Donate your vehicle and show your support of the Autry! Call toll-free 877-504-GIVE (877-504-4483) or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  to speak to an Autry National Center Vehicle Donation Representative. Our representative will schedule a pickup that's convenient for you and provide you with confirmation of your donation.

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The Autry National Center endowment was created to provide a permanent source of operating income for the institution. The principal is held in perpetuity and the income generated from unrestricted endowment gifts is used to support exhibitions, programs, and conservation efforts. Restricted endowment gifts establish named funds and positions to support specific areas and needs of the Autry. For more information, please contact Cathy Crowser, Director of Major Gifts, at 323.667.2000, ext. 398, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Corporate Giving

Whether it is our world-class traveling exhibitions, K–12 educational services, internationally renowned collections, or engaging cultural programs, there is something for everyone at the Autry. We invite your company to reach diverse new audiences and provide important arts and cultural opportunities to greater Los Angeles through exhibition and program sponsorship.

Friends of the Autry

Friends of the Autry is a support group that organizes events and raises additional funds for the Autry’s many educational programs and exhibitions.