As a nonprofit, the National Aquarium values the corporate partners, sponsors, members and donors that provide vital support to our mission to connect people with nature while inspiring care and compassion for our ocean planet.
The National Aquarium works closely with leaders in the private sector to strengthen our shared communities as we promote environmental education, stewardship and sustainability through high impact, high visibility initiatives.
Our organizational partners support our mission in a variety of ways, from grants and sponsorships to corporate membership. Check out our most recent Impact Report for a full list of our institutional donors. For more information on how your organization can partner with the National Aquarium, contact us at philanthropy@aqua.org.
Join the more than 100 organizations that work with us on exciting projects and initiatives. Learn more about some of our featured partners and projects, including turning the Inner Harbor into a living laboratory, transitioning to renewable power sources, eliminating single-use plastics and improving educational outcomes for local students.
The National Aquarium publishes the Currents e-newsletter a few times a year to share relevant stories and information with our corporate community.
When you become a National Aquarium corporate member, your organization joins a community that supports our impactful conservation efforts and sustains a vital world-class attraction while unlocking exclusive benefits for your company and clients.
$50,000
500 Tickets + 20 Passes
150 Donated Tickets
$5,000 Event Credit
Branded Ticket Portal
5 VIP Tours + Touring Night
Discounted Memberships
Featured Partner Webpage
$20,000
175 Tickets + 8 Passes
75 Donated Tickets
$3,000 Event Credit
Branded Ticket Portal
2 VIP Tours
Discounted Memberships
$12,000
125 Tickets + 6 Passes
50 Donated Tickets
$1,000 Event Credit
Branded Ticket Portal
1 VIP Tour
Discounted Memberships
$6,500
50 Tickets + 4 Passes
25 Donated Tickets
$500 Event Credit
$4,000
50 Tickets + 2 Passes
15 Donated Tickets
$100 Event Credit
$2,000
50 Tickets
15 Donated Tickets
$100 Event Credit
$1,000
25 Tickets
10 Donated Tickets
The benefits that correspond with each membership level are fixed and cannot be switched or substituted.
Each ticket is good for one Aquarium visit and can be given to anyone you choose. To enter the Aquarium, ticket holders redeem their tickets at Membership Services. These tickets are valid for the duration of your annual membership. You may also purchase additional tickets in bulk at a 20% discount.
Passes can be used multiple times and are transferable. They are convenient and flexible, allowing optimal access to the Aquarium for you, your clients, customers and employees. Passes may be used once a day, every day, for the duration of your membership. You may choose credit card-style passes or access to our self-service online pass reservation calendar.
The National Aquarium can share your generous support with eligible nonprofits through our Community Connections ticket donation program. If your organization works with nonprofit organizations that might like to participate in the Community Connections program, please encourage them to apply and list your company as the referring organization. The application, eligibility information and guidelines can be found on our Community page.
Make your next corporate event a destination and use your credit toward renting space for a private corporate event held against the stunning backdrop of Baltimore's Inner Harbor and the Aquarium's award-winning exhibits. With several picturesque and versatile spaces available, an event at the Aquarium is always an unforgettable experience. Exclusions apply; please contact us for details about using this benefit.
A ticket portal extends your corporate discount directly to your employees. Your staff members can purchase and print their own single-use tickets, valid for one year, at a special rate of 20% off. The portal can also be used to purchase additional bulk tickets for your organization to supplement the stock of single-use tickets included in your membership package.
You can work with our team to create a unique, memorable experience through a customized tour. Your special guests can explore behind the scenes, meet Aquarium experts, come face to face with amazing animals and more. Restrictions apply; please contact us for details at least one month in advance about using this benefit.
Treat yourself and up to 1,000 of your closest friends to an exclusive, private, self-guided evening tour of the Aquarium. It will be a night to remember, with opportunities to explore everything the Aquarium offers, minus the daytime crowds. Should you elect not to use this opportunity yourself, you may donate the tour to an organization of your choosing.
This benefit gives your employees $10 off the purchase of their own personal Aquarium memberships. We are pleased to extend this offer to your organization's stakeholders who wish to personally support the Aquarium's mission and visit as often as they like.
We're pleased to recognize our Corporate Circle members by featuring their logos on our Partnerships page and creating personalized profiles on our website. These webpages highlight partners' products and services, as well as their generous support of National Aquarium initiatives and programs.
Each and every corporate member organization provides vital support for the National Aquarium and our work to benefit people, animals and the planet.
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Contact us today to learn more about corporate membership, philanthropic partnership and brand alignment opportunities supporting high impact, high visibility initiatives.
Sean Beattie
Vice President of Philanthropy
410-659-4217
SBeattie@aqua.org
Muri Dueppen
Corporate Relations Officer
410-659-4203
MDueppen@aqua.org
Donate $500 or more to become part of the National Aquarium Donor Society, a special group of patrons who receive exclusive Aquarium access and benefits.
