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ACCESS Family Membership:
In addition to completing this application, you will need to submit a copy of an eligibility or coverage notification letter with current dates from one of the organizations listed below. This letter MUST include the name and address of at least one family member and be dated within the past six months.
I am submitting an eligibility/coverage letter from (please select one)*
- Section 8/Public Housing
- Children's Health Insurance Plan (CHIP), Medicaid, Oregon Health Plan
- Food Stamps (SNAP), WIC
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Unemployment
- Head Start Preschool Program, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Adult Name(s) (Membership includes 2 adults in same household)*
Mailing Address:*
City:*
County:*
State*
Zip Code:*
Email Address:*
Phone:*
Please List Child(ren) Name(s) and Birthdate(s). Your membership includes 2 named adults, and up to 4 children.*
Confidential Survey (Required for Grant Reporting) This survey helps us secure funding for the ACCESS Membership program. Responses are confidential and will not impact your application status.
- I understand these terms.
Zip Code:*
Total number of children in your household:*
Please list the ages of each of your children:*
What is your total annual household income, before taxes?*
Race/Ethnicity (Check all that apply):
- Hispanic or Latino
- White
- Black or African American
- American Indian or Alaskan Native
- Asian
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
- Other
How did you hear about the ACCESS Membership?*
Why is a Gilbert House Membership important to your family?*
When accepted for membership, you will receive instructions on downloading your e-membership card on your phone. If you need a physical membership card, there will be an additional $5 charge.*
- I understand, and will be able to download the membership app
- I will need to pay $5 for a physical membership card
Please upload a copy of one of the following eligibility or coverage notification letters with current dates. The letter must include the name and address of at least one family member and be dated within the past six months. Choose one of the following: Section 8/Public Housing; Children's Health Insurance Plan (CHIP), Medicaid, Oregon Health Plan; Free and reduced school Lunch, Food Stamps, WIC documentation; Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF); Big Brothers Big Sisters of America; Head Start Preschool Program; Unemployment.*
Max. file size: 2 MB.
Please allow 2-3 weeks for application processing. Our review will include consideration of family size, annual income, residence address, and your assistance documentation to determine if you are a candidate for our program. You will receive an email/letter either awarding or denying ACCESS membership. If you are awarded a membership, you must bring the printed confirmation letter and your $70 payment to the Museum to activate your membership. The confirmation letter will be valid for two months.
- I understand these terms.

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Welcome to the world, Noel! Our Gilbert House fami

Welcome to the world, Noel! Our Gilbert House family just got a little bigger! Huge congratulations to our wonderful Membership Coordinator, Rosa, on the arrival of her precious son on Sunday! We're so excited for you, Rosa, and know Noel will bring just as much joy to the world as you bring to our team!

#WelcomeToTheWorld #BabyBoy #Newborn #BundleOfJoy #Congratulations #GilbertHouseFamily #TeamGilbertHouse #WorkFamily #ProudTeam #HappyNews #SoHappyForYou

Meet Chris, a familiar and beloved face at the Par

Meet Chris, a familiar and beloved face at the Parrish house! He was a key part of our preschool program from 2008-2019 and returned in 2023 to lead our engaging creative activities. With a Master's degree in early childhood and decades of experience since the mid-80s in both public and private settings, Chris is passionate about fostering a love of learning in young minds. He finds joy in witnessing their discoveries and encouraging them to explore new things through the Parrish house activities. Chris aims to provide open-ended opportunities for children to uncover their creativity, learning styles, and intrinsic motivations, which he aims to help them articulate to the adults in their lives, extending that learning beyond the Parrish house. He believes in stepping back to allow for natural learning, problem-solving, and the pure fun of exploration without rigid end goals.

#EarlyChildhoodEducation #Preschool #KidsActivities #CreativeLearning #ChildDevelopment #PlayBasedLearning #ParrishHouse

Dig Into Discovery at Nature’s Workshop! From mu

Dig Into Discovery at Nature’s Workshop! From muddy hands to curious minds, kids explore the wonders of the natural world—one scoop of dirt at a time. There’s a whole world waiting just beneath the surface! #DigIntoDiscovery
#NaturesWorkshop
#GilbertHouseKids
#HandsOnLearning
#CuriousMinds
#STEMforKids
#MuddyHandsHappyHearts
#ExploreOutdoors
#LittleScientists
#PlayLearnGrow
#OregonKids
#SalemORFamilyFun

More than just rooms, our Parrish House's Creative

More than just rooms, our Parrish House's Creative Space, Test Lab, and Engineering Studio are hubs of empowerment and growth! ✨ Here, ideas take flight in the Creative Space, theories are put to the test in the Lab, and innovation comes to life in the Engineering Studio. These spaces are vital for fostering curiosity, problem-solving skills, and a lifelong love of learning within our community. They're where imagination meets possibility!

#CreativeSpace #TestLab #EngineeringStudio #CommunityLearning #InnovationHub #ParrishHouse #GrowthMindset #FutureReady

We want to give a HUGE shoutout to Zach, the heart

We want to give a HUGE shoutout to Zach, the heart and soul of our Wilson Durbin storytime! He brings so much joy and learning to Wilson Durbin every Friday, and his commitment to our families is unwavering, even during busy times. Mark your calendars! Starting next week, Zach's wonderful storytime will move to Wednesdays and Fridays at 4:00 PM. Catch his fantastic 11:30 session one last time tomorrow!

#StorytimeMagic #ZachRocks #WilsonDurbinFun #KidsLearning #CreativeAdventures #ScheduleUpdate #makeandtake

Fill those Easter baskets with gifts that are both

Fill those Easter baskets with gifts that are both fun AND educational! We've got a fantastic and varied selection of cool toys and engaging activities perfect for little ones. From science kits to art supplies to puzzles and more, give the gift of fun and learning this Easter! 🥕🌷
#EasterBasketIdeas #EducationalToys #FunLearning #EasterTreats #ShopLocal #KidsLearning #EasterSurprise #SomethingForEveryone

Look at these amazing homeschool moms! ❤️ We a

Look at these amazing homeschool moms! ❤️ We are so incredibly grateful for our wonderful community and the beautiful connections that have grown from our homeschool program. It warms our hearts to see these families continuing to support each other, letting their kids connect, grow, and nurture those special relationships long after classes are done. Our program isn't just about classes; it's about building this strong and supportive community!

#HomeschoolMoms #HomeschoolCommunity #SupportEachOther #LifelongFriendships #GrowingTogether #OurAmazingFamilies #HomeschoolProgram #CommunityLove

Our gorgeous new brochures are here, thanks you Pr

Our gorgeous new brochures are here, thanks you Pretty Good Printing for such fast and quality printing! They look absolutely fantastic and we're so excited to start distributing them throughout the community. Get ready to see them around!

Tag places you want to see them at!

#communityengagement #newbrochures #prettygoodprinting #makingadifference #brochures #community #thankyou #prettygoodprinting @prettygoodprinting

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