2025 Spring Appeal | Mingei International Museum

Dear Friend,

Happy spring season from all of us at Mingei! We have exciting and diverse new exhibitions filling the galleries, created in partnership with artists, students, and the cultural communities represented in the shows. I hope you’ve had a chance to experience them or have a plan to visit soon.

I’m thrilled to report that Mingei is experiencing remarkable growth. Over 10,000 people engage with Mingei every month, visiting our Entry Level installation, Exhibitions Level shows, plus attending public programs, workshops, and school tours. We’ve seen an increase in demand for the Museum’s programs for all ages! Memberships and donations have helped us meet the needs of our community, and your support is more important than ever as museums and nonprofits face an uncertain funding landscape both locally and nationally.

While much is unsettled around us, here at Mingei, we remain focused on our mission and continue our work as an independent, community-supported organization, reflective of the region we serve. There are so many positive things happening at the Museum, and we are grateful that you are part of this dynamic community, one where we all believe art and creative expression are more critical than ever in our lives.

“We came because of the Museums For All program. Thank you. We are able to visit the museum even when times are really tough for us.” - Mingei Visitor

Please help us finish the 2025 fiscal year strong by making a gift to the Museum’s spring appeal. All gifts received by June 30, 2025 will help us close out the current financial year in a solid position as we plan for the year ahead.

On behalf of the staff, volunteers, and trustees at Mingei, thank you for the many ways you engage with and lift up this Museum.

Warmly,

Jessica Hanson York
Executive Director & CEO
jyork@mingei.org