The Rose City Astronomers, a non-profit 501(c)(3) club, offering a variety of astronomically related activities for over 300 member families and the general public.

• Monthly Club meetings with educational and instructional programs.
• Monthly Club newsletter to members with information on Club business and projects, monthly observing highlights, and astronomy related articles submitted by club members.
• Organized member star parties and trips throughout the year.
• Public outreach star parties for schools and groups.
• Partner with Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) in holding several public star parties during the year.

In addition to costs related to the above activities, the Club incurs ongoing overhead expenses related to the organization and some of the services provided to members and the public, including:

• Insurance
• Corporation fees
• Legal expenses
• Printing
• Website

To make a cash donation to the RCA to support the above activities:

If you have any questions about other donations to the RCA, contact the RCA Treasurer.

The RCA was qualified by the IRS on May 31, 2000, as a public benefit association entitled to exemption from federal income tax under the provision of Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. As such, donors may deduct contributions to the RCA from federal income taxes as provided in section 170 of the Code. RCA will happily furnish a receipt for donations.