Financial Support
As a private, 501(c)3 non-profit educational and historic organization, we rely on the generous support of donors, members, grant reviewers and volunteers. We won’t lie, financial support is one of the most important factors in how we make decisions regarding exhibit availability and programming. With those who knew Dorothy becoming rarer as time marches on, it becomes increasingly more important to expand our reach as the only organization dedicated to keeping Dorothy’s story alive.
Support can come in many forms and we appreciate your consideration of any of the following:
Your contribution – no matter the form – allows us to stay committed to our mission of inspiring the next generation of Northwoods stewards with Dorothy’s story.
If you would like to discuss these other contribution options with a staff member, we would love to hear from you.
Additional ways to give
Structural Improvement Capital Campaign: Preserving the Legacy
The Museum is currently fundraising for the following facility needs:
New interior flooring in the Interpretive CenterCompleted in 2021!!- Replacement and realignment of wood decking leading to the Interpretive Center, Winter Cabin and Point Cabin to meet accessibility standards
- Re-shingling, drainage mitigation, and foundation repair to the Interpretive Center
Annual Raffle Fundraiser
Enter to win one of four amazing prizes with a $10 donation toward a raffle ticket!
First Draw Winner
Wenonah Spirit II Tandem Ultra-light w/Kevlar® Canoe (17′ long, 44lbs)
Second Draw Winner
3 Day/2 Night Complete Outfitting Package & $100 Gift Card at Spirit of the Wilderness in Ely, MN
Third Draw Winner
4 Day/3 Night Kevlar Canoe Rental & $100 Gift Card at Ely Outfitting Company in Ely, MN
Fourth Draw Winner
Case of Dorothy’s Root Beer shipped anywhere in the Continental U.S.
Our 2025 drawing will be at the Museum on the last day of the season, October 25, 2025 at 4:00pm. Ticket holders do not need to be resent. Per MN State Law, tickets may be purchased in person or via postal mail. Send a check or money order for payment (made out to DMM), and your full name, address, phone number and email to: DMM-Raffle, PO Box 391, Ely MN 55731. If you have return address labels to include, it saves our staff time filling out your ticket.
Congratulations to Alan from Howard, CO (#101) on winning our 2024 raffle drawing held on February 13, 2025! Alan generously donated his canoe back to the Museum to use for our 2025 raffle!
Giving Assistant
Giving Assistant makes it easy to donate to Dorothy Molter Museum (Dorothy Molter Memorial Foundation)! Simply shop online, earn cash back, and donate as much as 30% of your purchase price—Giving Assistant facilitates the whole process. Now, you can help us inspire the next generation of northwoods stewards for free while saving money at over 3,000 popular online retailers like Bed Bath & Beyond, Gap, and Sears!
Amazon Smile
Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the charitable organization of your choice. AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know. Same products, same prices, same service. Support your charitable organization by starting your shopping at smile.amazon.com.
Amazon Wish ListPurchase much-needed supplies for the Dorothy Molter Museum via Amazon.com such as ink cartridges, printer paper, cleaning supplies and bird seed. By selecting a wish list item (or comparable product), Amazon will arrange to ship it directly to the museum! To view the museum’s wish list click here.
