Donation Levels

Friend of the Foundation — Up to $49

Every contribution helps preserve the history of the Hellships and honor the thousands of Allied prisoners of war and civilians who suffered during their voyages. Yo support assists ongoing research, educational outreach, and memorial activities.

Recognition

  • Personalized thank-you email

  • Digital donor certificate

  • Subscription to Foundation newsletter

  • Early access to selected Foundation updates

Commemorative Item

  • Downloadable Hellships Memorial Foundation desktop wallpaper or commemorative image

Advocate — $50 to $249

As an Advocate, you help expand historical research, collect survivor and descendant stories, and support public education initiatives. Your contribution directly assists efforts to uncover and preserve important chapters of WWII history.

Recognition

  • All Supporter benefits

Commemorative Items

  • Printed donor certificate

  • Foundation commemorative bookmark featuring a Hellships or memorial image

  • Foundation decal or sticker

Research Sponsor — $250 to $999

Patrons provide significant support for field research, archival investigations, oral history projects, and commemorative programs. Your generosity helps ensure that the sacrifices of those who endured the Hellships are never forgotten.

Recognition

  • All previous benefits

  • Name listed on the Foundation website's Honor Roll of Supporters (optional)

Commemorative Items

  • Foundation challenge coin

  • Limited-edition Hellships Memorial Foundation lapel pin

  • Signed annual mission report

Memorial Benefactor — $1,000 to $4,999

Benefactors play a vital role in advancing major Foundation initiatives, including maritime archaeology projects, memorial development, educational exhibits, and historical documentation. Your support creates a lasting impact on preserving this important legacy.

Recognition

  • All previous benefits

  • Special acknowledgment in annual report (optional)

Commemorative Items

  • Exclusive Benefactor challenge coin

  • Framed certificate of appreciation

  • Foundation commemorative polo shirt or cap

  • Invitation to special online briefings on current research projects

Legacy Partner — $5,000 and Above

Legacy Partners provide transformational support for the Foundation's mission. Contributions at this level help fund major research expeditions, museum and exhibit development, descendant research programs, and long-term preservation efforts. Legacy Partners become part of a lasting commitment to remembrance, education, and historical discovery.

Recognition

  • All previous benefits

  • Permanent recognition on a dedicated donor wall (optional)

  • Recognition at Foundation events and ceremonies (optional)

Commemorative Items

  • Limited-edition Legacy Partner plaque

  • Foundation commemorative flag flown over the Hellships Memorial with accompanying certificate

  • Exclusive historical print suitable for framing

  • Invitation to attend selected Foundation research briefings and special events

  • Priority invitations to Hellships Memorial Museum events and exhibitions

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