Support the museum
Support a unique scientific and cultural heritage
Since the late 18th century, the collection of Mineralogy Museum of the Paris School of Mines has continuously grown thanks to the passion of researchers, collectors, and the generosity of its donors.
Today, you can actively contribute to the preservation and promotion of this scientific heritage.
Why donate?
Housed in the Hôtel de Vendôme since 1815, the Museum preserves over 100,000 specimens: minerals, gems, rocks, meteorites, and more. Among them are exceptional, rare, and unique pieces.
Your donation helps to:
- Preserve and restore the collections
- Enrich the collection with new specimens
- Support permanent and temporary exhibitions
- Develop educational and outreach programs
- Promote scientific research in geosciences and materials
Monetary donations
Make an online donation (individuals only)
A secure online form is provided by the Mines Paris Foundation. On the “Make an online donation” page, specify in the “Comments” field: “Donation earmarked for the Mineralogy Museum“.
Make a donation by check
Make your check payable to the Mines Paris – PSL Foundation, specifying that it is for the Mineralogy Museum, and send it to the following address:
Mines Paris Foundation
60, boulevard Saint-Michel
75272 Paris Cedex 06 – France
Fiscal advantages
If you are an individual:
- Income tax: 66% of your donation is tax-deductible (up to a limit of 20% of your taxable income).
→ Example: a €500 donation will cost you €170 after tax deduction. - Real estate wealth tax (IFI): 75% of your donation is tax-deductible (capped at €50,000).
→ Example: a €2,000 donation will cost you €500.
The Foundation is also authorized to receive temporary usufruct donations, gifts, and bequests.
You are a company
You are eligible for a tax reduction of 60% of the amount of your donation, up to a limit of 0.5% of your turnover (article 238 bis of the French General Tax Code).
Physical donations: minerals, gems, meteorites
Do you own one or more specimens and wish to donate them to the Museum?
We are primarily seeking:
- Mineral species not currently displayed in our showcases
- Rare geographical varieties
- Superior quality specimens or specimens of scientific value
- Reference specimens useful for educational and scientific research
Each proposal is carefully reviewed by our team.
Any questions?
For any questions or to initiate a donation, please contact us directly:
Our current partners
The Mineralogy Museum can count on the loyal support of committed partners. Thanks to them, we develop exhibitions, modernize our equipment, promote our heritage, and expand our scientific outreach activities for all audiences.
La Fondation Mines Paris
Recognized as being of public utility, it plays a key role in the development and preservation of the school’s scientific heritage, of which the Museum is an integral part.
L’École des Arts Joailliers
Initiated by Van Cleef & Arpels, it has actively supported the Museum since 2020 through publishing projects, exhibitions, and long-term scientific support.
ABC Mines Association
For over 30 years, its members have worked to enrich the collections, support cultural activities and increase the Museum’s visibility to the general public.
HBM Minerals
HBM Minerals, a company specializing in the purchase and sale of exceptional minerals, has supported the museum for many years. Driven by a constant desire to promote mineralogy and make this science accessible to a wider audience, the company helps support the museum’s permanent and temporary exhibitions, as well as its publications.
The Orange Foundation
A major player in cultural and educational patronage, the foundation supported an innovative educational program for middle and high school students from priority areas.
