President’s Circle
Membership
President's Circle
MembershipThe President’s Circle recognizes individuals and couples who make significant investments ($1,250 or more each year) in providing a bold space where the community engages with science.
President’s Circle members support the programs and activities that help the community to:
- Distinguish science fact from science fiction.
- Understand how science, engineering, and technology influence and impact daily life.
- Connect with some of the greatest scientific minds, ranging from astronauts to Nobel Prize winners.
- Meet our residential fellows, renowned scholars from around the world, and learn how they use the Library’s collections in their research.
President’s Circle membership offers three levels, each with corresponding benefits. Membership levels are based on the prior year’s cumulative giving. Benefits may change from year-to-year to ensure a variety of new and engaging experiences for members to enjoy.
Please note: Due to public health concerns related to COVID-19, programs will be offered on a virtual platform until further notice.
The President’s Circle recognizes individuals and couples who make significant investments ($1,250 or more each year) in providing a bold space where the community engages with science. President’s Circle members support the programs and activities that help the community to:
- Distinguish science fact from science fiction.
- Understand how science, engineering, and technology influence and impact daily life.
- Connect with some of the greatest scientific minds, ranging from astronauts to Nobel Prize winners.
- Meet our residential fellows, renowned scholars from around the world, and learn how they use the Library’s collections in their research.
President’s Circle membership offers three levels, each with corresponding benefits. Membership levels are based on the prior year’s cumulative giving. Benefits may change from year-to-year to ensure a variety of new and engaging experiences for members to enjoy.
Please note: Due to public health concerns related to COVID-19, programs will be offered on a virtual platform until further notice.
Exclusive Benefits Include
Basic
connect with like-minded people- Up to four members-only virtual conversations with guest speakers*
- Reserved premier seating at all Main Reading Room evening lectures
- Mailed copy of the Library’s Hedgehog magazine (2x per year)
- Honor roll listing on the Linda Hall Library Foundation’s website
- Invitation to the President’s Circle annual meeting and program
- Invitation to the annual Paul D. Bartlett, Sr. Lecture and reception
- Opportunity to attend up to four online learning workshops taught by Library staff or guest experts
- Honor roll listing on the President’s Circle display wall in the Library’s foyer
- Opportunities for you and 10 guests to participate in a private learning workshop led by Library staff
Premier
dig deeper into the issues- Up to four members-only virtual conversations with guest speakers*
- Reserved premier seating at all Main Reading Room evening lectures
- Mailed copy of the Library’s Hedgehog magazine (2x per year)
- Honor roll listing on the Linda Hall Library Foundation’s website
- Invitation to the President’s Circle annual meeting and program
- Invitation to the annual Paul D. Bartlett, Sr. Lecture and reception
- Opportunity to attend up to four online learning workshops taught by Library staff or guest experts
- Honor roll listing on the President’s Circle display wall in the Library’s foyer
- Opportunities for you and 10 guests to participate in a private learning workshop led by Library staff
Exclusive
share lifelong learning with others- Up to four members-only virtual conversations with guest speakers*
- Reserved premier seating at all Main Reading Room evening lectures
- Mailed copy of the Library’s Hedgehog magazine (2x per year)
- Honor roll listing on the Linda Hall Library Foundation’s website
- Invitation to the President’s Circle annual meeting and program
- Invitation to the annual Paul D. Bartlett, Sr. Lecture and reception
- Opportunity to attend up to four online learning workshops taught by Library staff or guest experts
- Honor roll listing on the President’s Circle display wall in the Library’s foyer
- Opportunities for you and 10 guests to participate in a private learning workshop led by Library staff
*Excludes the annual Paul D. Bartlett, Sr. Lecture reception
Tax Deductibility Statement
Please note that the move to all virtual programming provides an added benefit to you – it means as a President’s Circle member, 100% of your financial contributions are tax deductible! Members will be notified in writing of any changes to the tax deductibility status of your donations.
As a President’s Circle member, you provide vital support that strengthens Kansas City’s intellectual life, promotes the public’s understanding of science, and celebrates Kansas City as an international destination for scholarly research.
Photo credits: Top right and lower page photo: Mark McDonald; all other photos: Alicia Abla Miller