Become a Member
With 120 acres of open space, Governors Island is a natural haven for New Yorkers. At a time when New Yorkers need parks and open space more than ever, we're relying on generous supporters like you to help us care for the Island and make it a welcoming place for everyone. Join or renew your membership today!
Plus, members get great perks like free ferry rides, discounts at favorite Island eateries and activities, invitations to exclusive events and more!
Annual Membership Levels & Benefits
Friend Membership
$50
Expand for full benefits- 1 membership card
- Free ferry rides
- Discounted bike rentals from Blazing Saddles
- Admission to free members-only events like summer happy hours and special tours
- Special discounts from select Island vendors, like Taco Vista, Joe Coffee, Island Oyster, QC NY Spa and more
- Subscription to Island Insider Newsletter
- 15% discount at the Welcome Center stores
*Students, Seniors, current and former military members eligible for 20% discount on Friend-level memberships purchased on-Island at our Welcome Center, with valid ID or email membership@friendsgi.org.
*IDNYC card holders are eligible for a complimentary Friend-level membership. Email membership@friendsgi.org to redeem.
Supporter Membership
$100
Expand for full benefitsAll Friend Membership benefits, plus:
- Free ferry rides for you and your family, plus two guests
- Admission to members-only events for you and your family, plus two guests
Steward Membership
$250
Expand for full benefitsAll Supporter Membership benefits, plus:
- Governors Island tote bag (new members only)
Leaders Circle: Partner
$500
Expand for full benefitsAs part of the Leaders Circle, Partners enjoy exclusive access to the Island and Island leadership with invitations to behind-the-scenes tours and unique events.
The Partner level includes all Steward Membership benefits, plus those exclusive to Leaders Circle:
- Free ferry rides for you and your family, plus four guests
- Invitations to Leaders Circle events like behind-the-scenes tours with Island leadership
- Name listing on website
- Two complimentary ticket to our Sip of Summer cocktail party in August
Leaders Circle: Navigator
$1,000
Expand for full benefitsAs part of the Leaders Circle, Navigators enjoy exclusive access to the Island and Island leadership with invitations to behind-the-scenes tours and unique events.
The Navigator level includes all Partner Membership benefits, plus:
- Two complimentary tickets to our annual Sunset Soiree cocktail party in June
- Reserved area (with your own Governors Island picnic blanket) at our Film Nights
- Friend-level membership to the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council
Leaders Circle: Discoverer
$2,500
Expand for full benefitsAs part of the Leaders Circle, Discoverers enjoy exclusive access to the Island and Island leadership with invitations to behind-the-scenes tours and unique events.
The Discoverer level includes all Navigator benefits, plus:
- Private golf cart tour with Friends Executive Director, Merritt Birnbaum
- Complimentary Supporter ($100) membership for a friend
- Special Friend-level membership to the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council
Leaders Circle: Pioneer
$5,000
Expand for full benefitsAs part of the Leaders Circle, Pioneers enjoy exclusive access to the Island and Island leadership with invitations to behind-the-scenes tours and unique events.
The Pioneer level includes all Discoverer benefits, plus:
- Private party for you and five friends at Taco Vista
- Private building tour with Trust for Governors Island leadership
Membership Partners

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Collective retreats
Governors Island Leaders Circle
- Rachel Abramovitz and Matt Schibanoff
- Michael and Elizabeth Alfano
- Edith Lillie Bartley
- Abigail and Alexander Bavis
- Thomas H. Bishop
- Joshua and Nancy Blaine
- Steven Blackman, Ph.D.
- Michael Burke
- Heather Daly
- Patricia Daly and Henry Schreiber
- Sharon Davis
- Phil English
- Theresa Galvin and Mark Almeida
- Lehua Hamashige
- Kathryn Heintz
- Sasha Hynes
- Timothy Ivers
- Meredith James
- Stephanie Kelly and Dylan Birchard
- Judy Mann
- Greta and Tony Mansour
- Erica Neiges and Aaron Martinez
- Chris and Caterina Oen
- George Olsen
- Eden Rafshoon
- Sheri Singh and Marc Jacobs
- Theo Spilka
- Carrie and Matthew Sporer
- Joshua Sandbulte and Tracey Strauss
- Jason and Kate Sylvain
- Carly Suber and Joseph Doran
- Amanda Tappen
- Penelope Tarrant
- Sara and Michael Tranter
- Stuart Weiss, MD
- S. Penny Windle and John Kline
- Hope and Joe Whalen
- David and Timothy Wohlstadter-Rocha