Explorit's Wishlist of Needed Items

Your donation or suggestion will benefit the children and adults who need the exposure to the science that we provide

To inquire about making a gift
please call 530-756-0191
send email to explorit@explorit.org or use the form below.

This page focuses on "in-kind" (real goods) donations.
Should you wish to make a gift of cash or marketable securities
please check our gifting page.
For the Discovery Room Reading Corner at 2nd Street
Subscriptions or very recent copies of general science magazines for adults such as
Scientific American,
Science News,
Discover
and/or for kids such as
Ranger Rick,
National Geographic Kids.
Office/Communications Needs:
  • Macintosh computers (G3 level or better)
  • Macintosh compatible laser printer
  • 4 drawer file cabinet
Educational Programs:
  • New van, SUV, or station wagon for Explorit's outreach programs
  • Golf cart or other small electric vehicle to transport materials between sites
  • Magnetic dry erase boards
  • Arts and crafts supplies
Exhibits
  • Macintosh compatible wide format printer
  • Cordless power tool set
  • Woodworking tools (good condition)
  • Display cases
  • Scientific scale (sensitive to 1/10 gram)
  • Digital video camera
Volunteers:
  • Education Assistant: 2 hours per week working with visiting school groups
  • Gardener: 3-4 hours per month tending native garden beds
  • Handy person: 1-2 hours per week doing minor repairs
  • Office Assistant: 2-10 hours per week, light office duties
  • Videographer/Photographer: periodic assignments to record programs
For the Explorit Store:
  • Small, lighted, tabletop display box/cabinet for mineral (crystal) specimens or other small items
  • Store volunteers needed
    The store is operated by Friends of Explorit and volunteers are needed to do a variety of tasks including:
    • Work with others on selecting items to be carried in the store
    • Spend time in the store to keep the shelves well stocked and tidy
    • Help with the unpacking of orders and pricing of items
    • Help customers to make sales on weekends and at festivals
If you wish to make a cash contribution there are many options. Please refer to our gifting page which includes more options and an e-mail form for your convenience.


Explorit is an independent, public benefit, 501(c)(3) nonprofit California Corporation. Your gifts are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

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Explorit Science Center
P.O. Box 1288, Davis, CA 95617, USA
Phone: (530)756-0191     Fax: (530)756-1227
Page last updated: November 10, 2007