bioGraphic relies on reader donations to fund beautiful, in-depth environmental reporting that you can’t find anywhere else.
Help us raise $75,000 by December 16.
bioGraphic is part of the California Academy of Sciences, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We'll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation.
We need your support to raise the last piece of our budget for next year. With US $75,000, we can produce 40 new bioGraphic stories to delight, inform, and inspire you in 2026.
Every dollar we raise will go directly toward reporting and publishing stories that ● introduce you to fascinating species and ecosystems around the world, ● showcase the people working hard to understand and protect them, and ● explore solutions to the most pressing conservation challenges.
Monthly and yearly donations make the greatest impact by providing us with consistent, reliable funding. For the people who make recurring contributions—who we call bioGraphic Insiders—we offer a few perks (see FAQ).
The first 100 people who contribute at least US $12 per month (or $144 annually) before December 16 will receive a bioGraphic sticker sheet, with illustrations of three rare species by artist Mercedes Minck.
You can make changes to the amount you donate, or cancel, at any time. If you have questions about your membership, reach out to us at info@biographic.com. We’re happy to help.
Frequently asked questions
What are the perks of Insider membership?
bioGraphic readers become Insiders because they value the quality and depth of the work we do and want to keep our journalism free for everyone. We do offer some perks, including: a quarterly Insiders-only newsletter full of bonus content; more frequent behind-the-scenes peeks at what we do; and opportunities to connect with the bioGraphic team of editors, writers, and visual storytellers.
Do I have to pay to read your stories?
No. We will continue to publish all of our stories online, making them freely available with no limits on the number of stories you can enjoy. Even if you can’t afford to support bioGraphic financially, your access to stories will not change. But if you value what we do and can afford it, please consider supporting us.
Is this donation tax deductible?
bioGraphic is part of the California Academy of Sciences, which is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of United States law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We will send it to you upon successful completion of your donation.
For supporters outside the United States, donations are unfortunately not tax deductible at this time.
Can I make my donation by phone or check?
Yes.d To donate by phone, please have your credit or debit card handy and call our parent institution, the California Academy of Sciences, at 415-379-8000 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific Time.
Checks should be made out to the “California Academy of Sciences” with memo “bioGraphic magazine” and mailed to: California Academy of Sciences ATTN: Development Department, 55 Music Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA, 94118.
Can I donate using a Donor Advised Fund (DAF)?
Yes. Be sure to note that the donation is to be directed to bioGraphic. The DAF can be sent to: The California Academy of Sciences, 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA 94118-4503. Tel 415-379-5405. The California Academy of Sciences Tax ID is 94-1156258.
How can I donate using an employer-matching program?
For U.S. residents, the process is quite easy. When you begin the process of making a donation using the box above, step two will allow you to choose Employer Matching and search the name of your employer. If your employer is listed, simply select their name and complete your donation. Afterwards, you may receive an email to finalize the set-up with your employer.
What will you do if you exceed your goal of $75,000?
All of the donations that we receive now, or during future campaigns in 2026, will go directly toward making our stories better. That means we can afford more field reporting, better visuals, and potentially more stories.
How will you handle my personal data?
We keep your personal information confidential and will not sell, trade, release, share, or distribute it to any other individuals, organizations, or agencies without prior consent or notification. Your email address is only used for the purpose of corresponding with you. If you have concerns related to your privacy, please contact us at info@biographic.com.
