The Bodie Foundation is an independent nonprofit dedicated to preserving and protecting the historic resources of Bodie, for the benefit of present and future generations.
Together, we can help ensure that Bodie’s historic buildings, artifacts, and stories endure as a lasting connection to California’s rich heritage. Your support advances critical stabilization projects that protect the town’s remaining structures from the ongoing effects of weather, time, and natural deterioration.
By investing in Bodie today, you help preserve its authentic character and ensure that future generations can discover, learn from, and appreciate this remarkable place.
Become a Member
Help preserve Bodie by choosing a membership option that works for you! Click below to learn more about our monthly and annual membership levels or renew your membership.
New for 2027, qualifying memberships include waived entrance fees at Bodie State Historic Park.
Waived Fees by Membership Level
* Member fee waiver only good at Bodie State Historic Park, membership card identifying specific benefit will be mailed to members and must be presented at park kiosk to be redeemed. Event tickets coupons with further instructions will also be sent qualifying members.
All annual memberships include:
Subscription to our semi-annual newsletter, The Bodie Times
20% discount off most merchandise sold in the Bodie museum bookstore and the Bodie Mercantile located in Bridgeport
An invite to our annual summer special event
Pre-sale tickets for our event tickets
Memberships are annual (based on the date you join)
Pay by Check
Make checks payable to Bodie Foundation. Please include any desired special instructions for the donation and mail to:
Bodie Foundation
PO Box 278
Bridgeport, CA 93517
More Ways to Give
Wills, Bequests and Trusts
Including the Bodie Foundation in your will or a trust is an easy way to ensure Bodie keeps standing without affecting your income during your lifetime. You can choose to leave the Bodie Foundation a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or the balance remaining after distributions have been made to other beneficiaries.
Retirement Funds
Follow these 3 steps to complete:
- Request a change of beneficiary from your plan administrator.
- List the Bodie Foundation as a non-profit organization beneficiary using our tax ID #26-3107902.
- Return the completed form to your plan administrator and send a copy to Shannon Boniface at the Bodie Foundation, PO Box 278 Bridgeport, CA 93517, or email us at shannon@bodie.org.
Donate
Donations come in many forms; individual, corporate, and planned giving. What they all have in common is that they help us achieve our mission, and are greatly appreciated!