DONATIONS
YOUR GIFT. OUR HISTORY. A LASTING LEGACY.
When you donate to Old Fort Niagara, you're not just giving—you’re investing in the preservation of 300 years of history. Your generosity ensures that this historic landmark continues to educate, inspire, and connect people to the past for generations to come.
Your support allows us to:
- Preserve seven original 18th-century buildings—the oldest on the Great Lakes.
- Maintain over 23 acres of historic grounds and fortifications.
- Sustain essential operations to keep the site open to the public year-round.
- Employ expert historians and interpreters who bring Fort Niagara’s stories to life.
- Expand dynamic educational programs for students and visitors.
- Protect and share an extensive collection of artifacts, documents, and publications.
Your contribution makes history accessible, meaningful, and alive. Thank you for helping us protect this national treasure!
COMMANDANT'S CIRCLE
Annual Fund gifts of $500 or more | 2023-24 Campaign
Dr. & Mrs. Jerome & Claudia Andres
Mr. Bradford Banks
Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Diane Blenk
Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Mary Elizabeth Connolly
Mr. Randy Crissman
Mr. & Mrs. Brenton & Susan Downing
Ms. Karen Fenzl
Mr. Robert J. Fierle Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas & Eileen Gaisser
Mr. & Mrs. Don & Diane Glynn
Mr. & Mrs. James & Elaine Hildreth
Mr. & Mrs. James & Phila Ibaugh
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen. F Jackson
Ms. Rosalind Jagow
Mr. & Mrs. Everell & Virginia Jewett
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas & Cynthia Johnstone
Mr. Richard Lohr
Mr. & Mrs. James & Phila Maher III
Mr. & Mrs. David & Wendy Martin
Mr. Gary Newman
Mr. & Mrs. Bruce & Diana Newton
Ms. Mary Ann Oliver
Dr. & Mrs. Jaime & Linda Pabilonia
Mr. Robert Petrie
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph & Pamela Priest
Mr. Paul Reid
Mr. & Mrs. David & Joan Rogers
Ms. Joyce Sirianni
Ms. Melissa Sirianno
Mr. & Mrs. Dennis & Marlene Taylor
L Michael Trapasso, Ph.D.
Mr. & Mrs. R Thomas & Christine Weeks
Daughters of 1812 NY Society
Gondree Family Fund
ICC Commonwealth Corp
JA Gulick Window Co. Inc.
Maid of the Mist Corporation
THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS
Richard W and Irene Rooker Family Foundation




VIYU Foundation
John Roffo Oishei II Charitable Trust



Old Fort Niagara's programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
GIVE A GIFT TODAY
Your generous donation ensures the continued preservation of Old Fort Niagara and supports vital educational programs and events.
Make your secure online donation today to help protect this national treasure.