Join the Movement,
You Belong to the Sound
You’ve landed here because you belong to the Sound. Now’s the time to become part of the movement.
The Movement is the Estuarium’s shared commitment to care for Puget Sound, where everyone helps turn the tide toward a stronger, more resilient future.
When you give, you become a Wayfinder — part of the community steering the estuary toward that future. Every Wayfinder is recognized, every gift matters. Who are Wayfinders? Volunteers, Donors (including In-kind donors), and Sponsors.
The first wave matters. When you become a monthly donor between now and December 22, you’ll be recognized as a Founding Sustainer of The Movement.
Founding Sustainers are the steady tide that carry the Estuarium forward — and their names will always be remembered as the first wave of this journey.
Wayfinders Your Pathways Begin Here
Every Wayfinder belongs to The Movement. Your giving opens the door to shared experiences, learning, and community connection.
All Wayfinders
(Every Donor)
- Access to SoundCore Exchange
- Monthly Estuary Field Notes impact updates from the Executive Director
- Name on the ‘Sound Belonging’ Wall + Annual Impact Report
- Invite to a special Wayfinder Event
- Early ticket access to pop-up events and the Gala
- Seasonal Digital TideCards (prompts, art, reflections)
- 10% off Estuarium merch & community programs
- Invites to SoundRoots gathering
- Free admission to the Estuarium during any open hours
Wayfinder Sustainers
(Monthly Donors)
- All Wayfinder Pathways, plus:
- 10% off summer camps & youth programs
- Help choose SoundCore Exchange themes & speakers
- Seasonal surprise Pathways just for Sustainers
Founding Sustainers (monthly donors thru Dec 22, 2025)
- Recognized as part of the first wave of The Movement
- Your name will always be remembered as a Founding Sustainer
- Special recognition in the 2025 Annual Impact Report
- Surprise Founding Pathways in 2025 & 2026
Leave a Legacy for the Sound
Your love for the South Sound can live on — protecting estuaries, inspiring learners, and building a future where our waters and communities thrive.
When you include the Puget Sound Estuarium in your estate plans, you join a circle of stewards whose care will ripple through generations.
Why Planned Giving Matters
From a preschooler’s first beach discovery to an elder’s final shoreline restoration project, the Estuarium’s work connects people of all ages to the health and future of the Sound.
Planned gifts give us the stability to:
- Teach our community how to protect and restore fragile estuarine habitats
- Provide free and low-cost programs to schools and families
- Train the next generation of environmental leaders through our lifelong immersive place-based learning project
- Keep the doors open for discovery year-round
Ways to Leave Your Legacy
Planned giving is flexible — you can choose the option that works best for you and your loved ones.
IRA Charitable Rollover
Bequest in Your Will or Trust
Beneficiary Designations
Gifts of Stock, Charitable Annuities, Real Estate
How to Include the Estuarium
We don’t offer suggested language to use as part of your financial planning. We believe it’s a personal matter to be discussed with your attorney or financial planner. However, here’s some information you will need:
Legal Name: South Sound Estuary Association dba Puget Sound Estuarium
Mailing Address: PO Box 2182 Olympia, WA 98507
Tax ID (EIN): 39-2076160
Please note that Puget Sound Estuarium is a DBA and the name filed with the IRS is the South Sound Estuary Association.
A tax deductible donation receipt will be available upon request at time of donation.
We’re Here to Talk
Planned giving is personal — and we’d love to hear your story. Your inquiry is always confidential and without obligation.
Contact: Hap Clemons, Executive Director
360.890.1430 or hap@pugetsoundestuarium.org
Your Story Becomes Part of the Sound’s Story
When you make a legacy gift, you become part of a community of Wayfinders — guiding the Estuarium’s work toward a future filled with life, connection, and resilience.
If you have already noted the Puget Sound Estuarium in your planning, please let us know. You can email hap@pugetsoundestuarium.org.
Thank you for ensuring that the Sound’s story never ends.
Additional Ways To Support Us!
There are many quick and easy ways to support our organization in your daily life. Make these simple changes today and donate with no added cost to you!
We Appreciate your support!
WAshington state Fund Drive
- State and Higher Education employees and retirees can donate through this payroll contribution program
- Our Charity Code is 1481069
- These donations are tax deductible!
Fred meyer community rewards
- Link your rewards card to South Sound Estuary Association (KQ565)
- Shop and earn rewards as usual
- We earn rewards too!
Give a custom amount cash donation!
Using our secure portal leave a custom cash donation to support our estuary education programming. All memberships are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Estuarium Business Memberships
Gull Supporter
Yearly Membership-
10 free admission tickets for your employees
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10% discount code for 10 individual/family memberships purchased by employees
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A private guided Estuarium Tour or a Meet the Beach (up to 10 employees)
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10% off an additional private event (up to 10 employees)
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A link on our website about your organization
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Recognition in our newsletter!
Sandpiper Supporter
Yearly Membership-
20 free admission tickets for your employees and their family
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20% discount code for 20 individual/family memberships purchased by employees
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A private guided Estuarium Tour or a Meet the Beach (up to 20 employees or family)
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20% off an additional private event (up to 20 employees or family)
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A link on our website about your organization
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Recognition in our newsletter!
Osprey Supporter
Yearly Membership-
50 free admission tickets for your employees and their family
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50% discount code for 50 individual/family memberships purchased by employees
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A private guided Estuarium Tour (up to 30 employees or family)
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Meet the Beach (up to 50 employees or family)
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50% off an additional private event (up to 30 employees or family)
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Free 1-hr presentation or demonstration at your organization’s event
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A link on our website about your organization
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Recognition in our newsletter!