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Your support helps us keep the doors of discovery open, inspiring the next generation of innovators and creators. Every donation, big or small, fuels our mission to bring STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) to life through hands-on exhibits, educational programs, and community engagement. Join us in sparking curiosity and shaping the future. Together, we will make a lasting difference in our community!

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Field Notes - Fundraising News


Discover the impact of your generosity in action. In this section, we highlight the people, partnerships, and projects that keep ScienceWorks thriving. From donor spotlights to behind-the-scenes updates on funded initiatives, Field Notes offers a window into how community support powers hands-on science, education, and resilience. See what your support makes possible.

Dr. Gabriela Chavarrria accepts a grant award at the Cow Creel Umpqua Indian Foundation Award ceremo
January 16, 2026
ScienceWorks is deeply grateful to the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation for awarding the museum $7,500 in grant funding.
ScienceWorks staff pose with new water table exhibit. They are smiling and have their arms raised.
November 19, 2025
Ripple Effect is officially open; come make a splash! Bring your curiosity, roll up your sleeves, & explore how your actions create ripples across our world.
Addison and Liz pose with new water table exhibit
November 13, 2025
Exciting news, ScienceWorks has a new interactive water exhibit! Ripple Effect: Hands-On with Hydrodynamics arrived this week, & we can’t wait to share it with you.
a collage of components of the new Subterranean Science Exhibit at ScienceWorks
November 6, 2025
Subterranean Science: Exploring Life in the Dark features interactive glowing mineral displays, touchable rocks, live insects, taxidermy bats, and natural history...
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August 24, 2025
ScienceWorks is partnering with the Jackson County Foster Parent Association, to host a school supply donation drive in support of our local foster community
a group of 15 us bank volunteers at scienceworks
July 30, 2025
A huge thank you to the amazing team of volunteers from US Bank who spent the morning of July 30 lending their time, energy, and muscle to help beautify the museum g
a photo of a teen girl leading a group of younger campers through the hall of illusions at ScienceWo
July 28, 2025
More than 40 local teens applied to our new paid internship program at ScienceWorks, and we’re feeling incredibly inspired by the talent, curiosity, and drive in our
The Carpenter Foundation Logo
July 25, 2025
We’re feeling incredibly grateful. ScienceWorks would like to extend a huge thank you to the Carpenter Foundation for their generous $15,000 grant in support of our
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Thank you for helping us reach our 2024 goal!

With your help we were able to surpass our 2024 end-of-year goal of $20,000. In 2025 and the years ahead, we can do much more! Thanks to your generous donations, ScienceWorks is set to be able to support the things you love the most about your museum.
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$24,443

101 unique donors | $242 average gift

Thank you for your support!

How your donations helped in 2024

Your continued support helps fund our STEAM-based educational programs, increase our community-driven events, and provide experiences to underserved communities.

10,420

Children Served

8,111

Member Check-ins

3,342

Hours Volunteered

43%

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