Donate & Join

You can play a vital role in our efforts to rescue and revitalize the SS United States by donating to the Conservancy and becoming a member. Your gift will support the Conservancy’s highest priority programs – including advancing plans to redevelop the historic vessel, expanding our curatorial collections, and developing engaging and exciting exhibitions. To give via credit card or Paypal, please click on the red button below. Better yet, help the Conservancy throughout the year by setting up automatic, monthly recurring donations by clicking the "Donate Now" button below.

Donate via Mail.  Click HERE to download our printable form or simply mail us a check. Our address is Box 32155, Washington DC 20007.  

Give us a Call. We are happy to process credit card donations over the phone. Call us toll free at (888) 488-7787.

Give the Gift of Membership. Does someone in your life love the SS United States? Consider a gift membership! Benefits include a die-cut decal, a membership card, e-newsletters, and special event invitations. Some membership levels include a special tour of the Big U. Please click HERE to download a gift membership you can personalize.

Make a Tribute and Memorial Gift. Would you like to make a special memorial gift to honor a loved one's passing or a tribute gift to recognize a loved one’s special occasion or milestone? Please share this information in the "write a note" box at the top of the donation page or email us at info@ssusc.org.

Donate Appreciated Securities.  By donating securities such as stock, bonds, or mutual funds directly to the Conservancy, you may be able to maximize the value of the appreciated assets and a potential tax deduction. Click HERE for instructions. 

Participate in an Employer Matching Gift Program – Does your employer encourage charitable giving? Double your impact with a corporate matching gift. All donors are credited for both their own donation and their employer’s match.

Incorporate the Conservancy into Estate Planning - Planned giving opportunities enable donors to support the Conservancy while providing income, tax advantages, and other financial benefits. Please contact us at info@ssusc.org to discuss opportunities.

Questions?  Email us at info@ssusc.org or call us at 888-488-7787.

The Conservancy’s tax ID number is 26-4381874

Select your Donation Level

$25 - SS United States Friend: Friends will receive a membership card, a die-cut decal, frequent e-newsletters, and special event invitations.

$50 - SS United States Supporter: Supporters will receive a membership card, a die-cut decal, frequent e-newsletters, and special event invitations.

$100 - SS United States Associate: Associates will receive a membership card, a die-cut decal, frequent e-newsletters, and special event invitations.

$250 - SS United States Benefactor: Benefactors will receive a membership card, a die-cut decal, frequent e-newsletters, and special event invitations.

$500 - SS United States Champion: Champions will receive a membership card, a die-cut decal, frequent e-newsletters, and special event invitations.

$1,000 - Captain’s Quarters Supporter: Captain's Quarters Supporters will receive a special tour aboard the SS United States, a membership card, a die-cut decal, frequent e-newsletters, and special event invitations.

$2,500 - Curator’s Circle: Curator's Circle members will receive a special tour aboard the SS United States, a membership card, a die-cut decal, frequent e-newsletters, and special event invitations.

$5,000 - Flagship Founders Circle: Flagship Founders Circle members will receive a special tour aboard the SS United States, a membership card, a die-cut decal, frequent e-newsletters, and special event invitations.

$10,000 - Blue Riband Council: Blue Riband Council members will receive a private group event aboard the SS United States, a membership card, a die-cut decal, frequent e-newsletters, and other special event invitations, plus special acknowledgement in all Conservancy print and web outreach materials.