Named after local schoolmaster, tavern keeper, store owner, and Oysterponds diarist Augustus Griffin (1767-1866), the Griffin Giving Circle program is a unique membership initiative that supports needed investments in our collection, including OHS’s historical buildings and grounds, and our ongoing mission to bring the community together.

>>  Choose your giving level and make your donation here  <<

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GGC memberships run annually from the date of your contribution.

The IRS has confirmed that Oysterponds Historical Society, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, Federal Tax ID #11-1892401. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law according to applicable regulations. Please note that donors making grants to 501(c)(3) non-profits via donor-advised funds (DAFs) cannot, in return, receive any goods or services of more than incidental benefit, including benefit tickets. If you have any questions, please consult your accountant or financial advisor.

Members of the Griffin Giving Circle (GGC) receive all the benefits of basic membership, including free admission to all exhibitions, members nights, a 10% discount at the Beach Plum Shop, and a monthly newsletter from Executive Director Alison Ventura.

All first-time GGC members will have their name(s) added to the Griffin Giving Walkway at the entrance of Poquatuck Park on a personalized brick.

2025 Griffin Giving Circle Levels

Friend Circle $1,000 ($870 tax deductible)

>>  Two tickets to the June Reception (date TBD)

>>  Exclusive invitation to the festive Griffin Giving Cocktail party

>>  Private Tour, for up to four, of the OHS campus and collections with curator William McNaught

Bronze Circle $2,500 ($2,350 deductible)

>>  Two tickets to the June Reception (date TBD)

>>  Exclusive invitation to the festive Griffin Giving Cocktail party

>>  Private Tour, for up to four, of the OHS campus and collections with curator William McNaught

>>  Your choice of a 11 x 14 archival-quality William Steeple Davis print from a curated selection

Silver Circle $5,000 ($4,550 deductible)

>>  Two tickets to the Summer Benefit

>>  Exclusive invitation to the festive Griffin Giving Cocktail party

>>  Private Tour, for up to four, of the OHS campus and collections with curator William McNaught

>>  Your choice of a 11 x 14 archival-quality William Steeple Davis print from a curated selection

Gold Circle $7,500 ($6,950 deductible)

>>  Two tickets the Summer Benefit

>>  Two tickets to the Red Barn Opening Reception

>>  Exclusive invitation to the festive Griffin Giving Cocktail party

>>  Two tickets to the June Reception (date TBD)

>>  Private Tour, for up to four, of the OHS campus and collections with curator William McNaught

>>  Your choice of a 11 x 14 archival-quality William Steeple Davis print from a curated selection

Platinum Circle $10,000 ($9,050 deductible)

>>  Recognition as a 2025 Summer Benefit Sponsor

>>  Four tickets the Summer Benefit

>>  Two tickets to the June Reception (date TBD)

>>  Exclusive invitation to the festive Griffin Giving Cocktail party

>>  Private Tour, for up to six, of the OHS campus and collections with curator William McNaught

>>  Your choice of a 11 x 14 archival-quality William Steeple Davis print from a curated selection

If you prefer, you may send a check to:  Oysterponds Historical Society, PO Box 70, Orient, NY 11957.

For information on how to donate stocks or securities or for more information about the Griffin Giving Circle program, please call the OHS office at 631-323-2480.