Donate to AKS

The mission of the American Kumihimo Society (AKS) is to provide educational resources, support & connections for the braiding community in the Americas and beyond.

Membership offers many benefits, and AKS needs its members to continue to be able to offer valuable education and resources. In addition to becoming a Supporting Member, you have the option of giving a little more to help advance the AKS mission. The American Kumihimo Society is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, all donations are fully tax-deductible.

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Make your one-time donation today.

$50 $75 $100 $250 $500 $1200

Sustaining Donors

- monthly recurring donation

Our Sustaining Donors are the generous members who give recurring, scheduled donations that ensure we can continue to deliver quality learning opportunities. You can determine how much and how often you give. If your annual donation is equal to any of the Circle of Friends levels, you will be included in the Circle of Friends benefits.

Sustaining Donors Benefits

Early access to AKS Event Registration
Access to special Kumihimo Celebrity events

Monthly Sustaining Donation

Circle of Friends

Every non-profit organization like AKS relies heavily on a core of faithful supporters and friends whose annual financial commitment exceeds the basic levels of membership giving.

To thank you for supporting our mission, Circle of Friends members receive enhanced benefits. As a Circle of Friends member, you will be invited to participate in the AKS Education Focus Group that helps determine future eCourses.

Circle of Friends Benefits also include:

Early access to registration for most AKS classes, events, and conferences
Access to special Kumihimo Celebrity events
Opportunities to meet AKS personalities and more

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AKS Circle of Friends levels

Bronze Level $1,200-$2,399
Silver Level $2,400 – $3,599
Gold Level $3,600 – $4,799
Diamond Level $4,800 – $9,999
Titan Level $10,000 and Up

Designated Giving

The best way to ensure that your donation accomplishes your goal for AKS. Most often members like to ensure the continuation of their quality education, however, you can earmark your donation for other purposes as well. Feel free to contact our donation committee with specific requests.

Donate Equipment

AKS is always happy to give a new or used dai a happy home. This equipment can be used at our conferences and other events to give members an opportunity to experience other forms of braiding. In some cases, AKS may be able to pay the shipping. Please contact to discuss your equipment and arrange for shipping.

Donor Solicitation Policy

The American Kumihimo Society (AKS) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and is registered with the Division of Consumer Services, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The registration number is CH53445. Florida law requires that all charities soliciting donations disclose their registration number and the percentage of the donation that goes to the AKS cause and to any outside solicitor. 100% of all donations received by AKS goes to support its mission: to support educational activities for its members and the kumihimo community.

“A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.”