Friends of IHO—Become a Member!

Friends of IHO—Become a Member!

Become a "Friend of IHO" Member!

Your annual donation will support student scholarships, provide seed funds for growing research projects and help to promote education outreach about human origins to the K-12 community and the general public. Learn more about our areas of investment here. 

Once you decide on if you would like to make an annual contribution to a specific area of research, or to our general fund - click on "Recurring Donation" and "Annually." For questions and help reach out to Aubree Morrissey, Program Manager. 

Your level of donation will provide you with the following benefits

IHO Friend (up to $249)

  • Annual print edition of year-end "Research Review" of IHO science
  • E-news—“insider” access to breaking news about research in paleoanthropology
  • IHO magnet and sticker
  • FMV = $1.85

Explorer ($250 to $999)

  • Annual print edition of year-end "Research Review" of IHO science
  • E-news—“insider” access to breaking news about research in paleoanthropology
  • IHO tote bag
  • IHO magnet and sticker
  • FMV = $7.70

Discovery ($1,000 to $2,499)

  • Personal tour of IHO facility and labs
  • Priority access to IHO-led travel tours
  • Invitation to attend an annual review (in-person or online) of research highlights from IHO scientists, fellows, and students
  • Annual print edition of year-end "Research Review" of IHO science
  • E-news—“insider” access to breaking news about research in paleoanthropology
  • Merchandise from NY or Phoenix events annually
  • IHO IHO tote bag
  • IHO magnet and sticker
  • FMV = $17.21

Researcher ($2,500 to $4,999)

  • Autographed copy of “From Lucy to Language” by Donald Johanson
  • Priority invitations and special seating (if in-person) to lectures and events of IHO scientists in Tempe and across the U.S.
  • Personal tour of IHO facility and lab
  • Priority access to IHO-led travel tours
  • Invitation to attend an annual review (in-person or online) of research highlights from IHO scientists, fellows, and students
  • Annual print edition of year-end "Research Review" of IHO science
  • E-news—“insider” access to breaking news about research in paleoanthropology
  • Merchandise from NY or Phoenix events annually
  • HO tote bag
  • IHO water bottle
  • IHO magnet and sticker
  • FMV = $43.27

Lucy's Circle $5,000 to $9,999

  • Invitation to annual New York and/or Phoenix events during donation year with invitation to join private dinner after events
  • Invitation to "Lunch and Learn" sessions with IHO scientists
  • Autographed copy of “From Lucy to Language” by Donald Johanson
  • Priority invitations and special seating (if in-person) to lectures and events of IHO scientists in Tempe and across the U.S.
  • Personal tour of IHO facility and lab by IHO Director
  • Priority access to IHO-led travel tours
  • Invitation to attend an annual review (in-person or online) of research highlights from IHO scientists, fellows, and students
  • Annual print edition of year-end "Research Review" of IHO science
  • E-news—“insider” access to breaking news about research in paleoanthropology
  • Merchandise from NY or Phoenix events annually
  • IHO tote bag
  • IHO water bottle
  • IHO magnet and sticker
  • FMV = $43.27

Research Council ($10,000+)

Contact IHO Director Yohannes Haile-Selassie to talk about joining our Research Council and the amazing benefits of this level of giving. The IHO Research Council comprises individuals from business, education, and scientific communities who provide strategic guidance and financial support for operations, research, and outreach and, through its broad network, provides an outlet for IHO’s diverse public programs.