In 1896, a group of individuals passionate about the history and culture of the Pikes Peak region came together to collect and preserve the artifacts and stories of this community. For 130 years, the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum (CSPM) has expanded its vision. Today, our mission is more relevant than ever.
Every year, the CSPM welcomes 110,000 visitors to explore and connect with our community’s past. Our dynamic exhibits, innovative programs, and growing collection encourages them to reflect on the present and consider the future. To continue collecting, preserving, and sharing these stories, we need your support.
The Gift of History is the Museum’s largest fundraiser. In honor of our 130th anniversary, we are raising $130,000 by May 31. Your gift today empowers the Museum to collect, preserve, and share our community’s stories.
Give the Gift of History Today to share our community’s history for generations to come.
Why do you support the CSPM?
We asked several CSPM Board members to share their personal stories about why the CSPM’s mission resonates with them.
One of the CSPM’s newest Board members, Holly Taylor, appreciates the Downtown access of the Museum.
Chris Schofield, Board Vice President, reminisces about the joy CSPM brings to its community.
Board member Dr. José Antonio Arellano reflects on the power of storytelling at the CSPM.
Board President Nancy Bernard speaks to the power of community engagement at the CSPM.
Ways to Give
Donate Online
Give the gift of history by supporting the Museum. Donate online at Gift of History.
Donate by Mail
Donate by check by mailing to:
Development Office
215 S. Tejon Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Enterprise Zone
The Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum is an approved enterprise zone contribution project. Donations of $250 or more through Enterprise Zone are eligible to receive a Colorado state income tax credit of 25% of their donation. Donations have to be processed by December 31st.
The CSPM accepts online credit card donations for El Paso County Enterprise Zone. When processing your online donation at our Gift of History Online Donation Page, please indicate on the donation form that you would like it to be processed through this program and provide the last four digits of your Social Security Number.
You can also donate by check and make it payable to the CSPM. In the memo, note El Paso County Enterprise Zone and the last four digits of your SSN.
Donate through a Donor Advised Fund
A grant from your donor-advised fund will preserve and share our cultural history. Please contact your fund manager or financial institution to recommend a gift to the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum. Reach out to Diane at diane.stine@coloradosprings.gov to let us know of your gift so we can thank you for your incredible generosity. Please note that Donor Advised Funds donations cannot be considered for the El Paso County Enterprise Zone.
Recurring Gifts
Make your impact go even further all year long with monthly or quarterly donations online on our Gift of History Online Donation Page.
Join the Clock Tower Society
Be a part of our distinguished group who value a deep connection to history with a gift of $1,000 or more for a minimum of three years.
Gifts via Stock
Donate gifts of appreciated securities and stocks while receiving a tax advantaged donation. Please contact Diane Stine, Development Director, at (719) 385-5633 or email at Diane.Stine@coloradosprings.gov to learn more.
We are here to help:
Diane Barber Stine, Development Director
(719) 385-5633
Diane.Stine@coloradosprings.gov
Gift of History Sponsors
