“IT FEELS REALLY NICE TO BE ABLE TO GIVE BACK TO THIS COMMUNITY THAT HAS HELPED ME GROW SO MUCH.”
                                                                                                — Kaitlyn Szalay
 

Thanks to YOU, the "power of play" thrives at Long Island Children’s Museum—sparking curiosity, building confidence, and inspiring more than 300,000 children and families each year.

If you’ve ever wondered what your generosity makes possible, meet Kaitlyn.

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Kaitlyn in 2018 as a Green Teen leading a STEM Explorers lesson, and in 2025 enjoying a summer abroad.

Kaitlyn grew up exploring LICM’s exhibits and discovering her love of science. She later returned as a Green Teen, helping younger visitors learn through hands-on STEM activities. Today, she’s pursuing a Ph.D. in chemistry—tracing her passion back to moments she experienced at LICM thanks to supporters like you.

This is the impact of your gift:
You shape futures. You open doors. You inspire the next generation.

GIVE THE POWER OF PLAY

Your year-end gift helps make exhibits and programs like our Saltwater Stories exhibit, our Green Teens program, and LICM’s community initiatives possible. With your support, we can:

  • Expand access so even more children - regardless of their ability - can participate.
  • Deliver innovative, hands-on learning for families and groups.
  • Prepare children for success in school and in life.

Every gift—big or small—helps a child learn, play, and grow.

With heartfelt thanks,
 
Erika S. Floreska
President
 

P.S. Many employers offer matching gifts—your impact can go even further with one simple step. Ask us how!