At the Okanagan Science Centre, we believe science should be for everyone — regardless of income, background, or ability.
As a community-driven, non-profit science centre in the heart of Vernon, BC, we receive no government funding. Every exhibit, hands-on activity, and free kids' program is made possible through the generous support of people like you.
Why Your Donation Matters
Your contribution directly supports:
✅ Free STEM programming for local kids
✅ Low-barrier access for families and individuals in need
✅ Inclusive, hands-on exhibits that spark lifelong curiosity
✅ Community outreach programs that bring science to schools, libraries, and underserved groups
✅ Sustainable, community-powered science education in the Okanagan
We Are Community Driven
Without public funding, we rely on our community to keep our doors open and our programs running. Your donation helps us continue our mission to make science accessible, inclusive, and fun — for everyone.
Donate Today - Make an Impact
Every dollar helps. Whether it’s a one-time gift or monthly support, your donation fuels creativity, discovery, and learning right here in the Okanagan.
$65 sends a child in need to a full day of hands-on science camp.
$150 brings an entire classroom to the Okanagan Science Centre for an immersive science experience.
$250 sponsors an in-classroom science visit for students who may not otherwise have access.
The Okanagan Science centre is a non-profit charity that is community driven. We utilize donations to help support programs for youth in STEAM, provide low barrier entry, cover donations to other non-profit groups through free programming and free memberships to low income families. We believe that science should be accessible to all individuals and through your generous donation, we can continue to make that happen.
Please note: All donations over $100 will receive name recognition in our main entrance on our donor wall.