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Maureen & Mike Wauters

Maureen & Mike Wauters

Several years ago, Mike and I were looking to expand our charitable giving to organizations that support children.  People I know mentioned Pretend City because they had been taking their grandchildren there, so we decided to learn more. After doing some research, we...
Rachel and Dick Owens

Rachel and Dick Owens

Building Lifelong Bonds Through Play at Pretend City  For our family, Pretend City has always been more than a museum. It’s a place where learning, imagination, and togetherness come alive. From the very beginning, Pretend City’s belief that children learn best...
Jessica Kwon and Tony Nguyen

Jessica Kwon and Tony Nguyen

For Jessica Kwon and Tony Nguyen, Pretend City Children’s Museum is far more than a place to visit – it’s a place woven into their family’s story. As parents of two young children, Pretend City became a constant during some of the most formative years of their...
Valerie Fryer

Valerie Fryer

Why I Support Pretend City: A Reflection on Community, Creativity, and Connection My decision to support Pretend City began with a personal connection and quickly grew into something much deeper. From the moment I first visited, the kindness and warmth of the entire...
Mariner Foundation/Scott Mesa

Mariner Foundation/Scott Mesa

Mariner Foundation — Opening Doors for Every Child For the Mariner Foundation, supporting Pretend City Children’s Museum isn’t just philanthropy — it’s rooted in lived experience. Their connection to the museum began with the joyful visits of one of their own: Scott...