Choose a Cause with your Donation
One way to support a not-for-profit museum is to give a donation. We have Five Worthy Causes for you to choose from.
General Support, Education Programs, Ranger Restoration, History of Oil in the Santa Barbara Channel, and Face to Face with the Great Whites.
Please check them out. Thank you
Enjoy an SBMM Membership
Your annual membership will allow you access to and participation in the museum’s collection, exhibits, and education programs while helping the museum fulfill its mission to preserve and celebrate the central coast’s maritime history.
Discover your benefits with an annual SBMM Membership
Join Our Navigators Circle for 2018/19!
The Navigators Circle is a distinguished group of individuals, businesses, foundations and civic leaders who support the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, including our youth education programs, exhibits, outreach and research.
Explore your options with Navigators Circle
Members as of 6/30/2018
Leave a Legacy and Join our Flagship Society
Your Flagship Society gift will make a lasting impact on the Maritime Museum. It may also provide you with significant tax advantages, while continuing to provide income to you and your heirs.
Discover the wonders of our Flagship Society
Gift Acceptance Policies and Procedures
Volunteer at SBMM
We love our volunteers. We could not run this not-for-profit museum without them.
Our volunteers:
- Crew on SBMM’s flagship vessel Ranger
- Greet visitors from around the world at our Welcome Kiosk & Visitor’s Center!
- Assist with special events, including exhibit openings, art receptions & community festivals.
- Become a docent and share information about our local maritime heritage with tours and outreach.
You will enjoy the social environment and gain a feeling of fulfillment knowing that you are part of a valued organization that educates the public about Santa Barbara’s rich maritime history and tradition. This opportunity is something you don’t want to miss!
For more information, please contact Jesse Baker (Volunteer Coordinator)
Corporate Sponsorship
SBMM offer sponsorship opportunities for individuals, corporations, and foundations.
Some of our activities for sponsorship opportunities include:
Red White and Brew Beer Festival
Wine & Seafood Pairing
Kardboard Kayak Races
Annual Fundraiser
Family Nights
Love Letters to the Sea
Advisory Luncheon
Navigators Circle Receptions
Exhibits (both permanent and temporary)
Educational Programs
Festivals
Receptions, Lectures and Films
Sponsors receive recognition both at the museum and throughout our community.
If you would like information about our sponsorship opportunities, please contact Greg Gorga (Executive Director) at (805) 456-8742 or email ggorga@sbmm.org
Donate an Artifact
Please send us a description, photos and history of the artifact. We will contact you as soon as we have received a completed Artifact Form detailing your donation, and we will let you know how best to submit it. Please do not bring any artifacts to the museum until after you have spoken with us. Thank you.
