Will You Be One of the First 100 Founding Families?

Leave a legacy of play, learning, and joy for generations of Whatcom County children.

Heart of Play invites YOU to become one of 100 Founding Families — the very first supporters of a vibrant children’s museum built by the community, for the community.

What You’ll Help Build

  • The HOP Mobile Museum

    A colorful, museum-on-wheels that brings hands-on, interactive exhibits directly to neighborhoods across Whatcom County. Watch your kids light up as curiosity, creativity, and learning roll right up to their doorstep!

  • STEAM & Cultural Programming for Kids & Teens

    Inspiring workshops and events for all ages — from science experiments to art adventures to immersive cultural experiences. Real learning. Real play. Real fun.

  • The Permanent Heart of Play Museum

    We're working with a local exhibit designer and architect to build a thoughtfully designed, inclusive space full of interactive exhibits that spark imagination and joyful discovery.

Founding Family Perks

With a gift of $1,000 or more, you’ll receive:

  • Your family’s name featured at the entrance of the future museum

  • Recognition on our website and in our annual report

  • An exclusive “Founding Families Play Bag” filled with creative, hands-on activities for playful learning at home

Prefer to share the joy? You can donate your Play Bag to a family in need — and spread the power of play even further.

Make It Easy: Your gift can be made all at once OR monthly over 12 months

Why 100 Families?

Only the first 100 families will ever be honored as Founders.
Be one of the first to say, “We helped build this.”

Spots are filling quickly!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! Heart of Play is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and your donation is fully deductible.

  • Absolutely. Many families choose to give in the name of a child, grandchild, or loved one.

  • Yes — monthly and one-time donation options are available right on the donation form.

  • Each bag is packed with creative activities, learning tools, and toys that encourage imagination and play. We’ll announce the full contents soon — it's a surprise worth waiting for!

YES, I Want to Be a Founding Family!

Help build something unforgettable for Whatcom County kids.