Welcome to Patrons of the Prado
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OUR MISSION
Patrons of the Prado is committed to raising funds to benefit arts, science, and cultural centers on the Prado in Balboa Park, and for programs that provide educational access for San Diego County, K-12 school children to the world-class treasures of Balboa Park, inspiring cultural fluency for future generations.
Make a tax-deductible gift to Patrons of the Prado today!
Over $6 Million Contributed
Since 1997, Patrons of the Prado is pleased to have raised in total contributions over $6 million for our beneficiaries. Patrons of the Prado is committed to raising unrestricted grant funds allowing our beneficiaries the flexibility to address their greatest needs. Our "Bucks4Buses" initiative provides restricted grant funds for transportation and educational access for San Diego school children to experience the world-class treasures of Balboa Park, many for the first time.
Thank You To Our 2025 Supporters
JMS Fund
Jeri & Richard Crawford
Tom & Jane Fetter
Anita Crider McCormick
The McGrory Family
Pam Wagner & Hans Tegebo
Christopher Celentino
Barbara & Andrew Denysiak – Medicus MD
Honorable Sharon Major-Lewis
Stacey Loomis – Scripps Health Organization
Sally Oxley
Timken
San Diego Museum of Art
San Diego Automotive Museum
Dr. TK & Ellen Bryson
Barbara & Jacquelin Denysiak MD
Lynne & Steve Doyle
Karina Lion
Mrs. Barbara McColl & Carrie McColl O’Brien
Drs. Robert & Julie Cowan Novak
Jeannie & Gerry Ranglas
Ben Quirk
Jeannie Ranglas
Carol Towne
Dr. Steve & Lynne Wheeler
Restricted Bucks4Buses Donors
Darlene Marcos Shiley
Laub Family Trust
Drs. Robert & Julie Cowan Novak Fund
Honorable Sharon Majors-Lewis
2025 ICON Honorees
Carole Sachs
The John and Carole Sachs Family
Our work is made possible through the generosity of individuals like you. Your support helps sustain the exceptional programming, conservation efforts, research, education, and more that our beneficiaries provide. Your gift ensures these vital services remain accessible to all San Diegans and allows millions of visitors to experience the transformative power of arts, culture, history, and science.
The legacy institutions of The Prado—pillars of art, culture, and science—depend on our continued support. Thank you for considering a gift and joining us in making a lasting, positive impact on our community.
Thank you for your support!
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To contribute, please send your check to the address below and specify your donor intent:
Greatest Needs Grants or Bucks4Buses Grants
PATRONS OF THE PRADO
c/o Treasurer
P.O. Box 928530
San Diego, CA 92192-8530
