If the membership has any monetary value, they would not be able to take the donation as a tax deduction, I believe.  As long as you are clear about that, I wouldn't see any problem with it.

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On Oct 10, 2011, at 7:11 AM, Christina Hirn Arseneau <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> I am the Director of a small, local history museum.  One of our Board members wants to give an automnatic museum membership to anyone who donates $100 or more per year.  I have several concerns about this.  Is there anyone who has a similar policy?  
> 
> Thank you,
> 
> Christina Arseneau
> Museum Director
> The Heritage Museum and Cultural Center 
> St. Joseph, MI
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