Ways to Give
ONLINE
With your online contribution, you have an immediate and positive impact on supporting Boston Baroque’s commitment to making our music available to all audiences, of all ages and backgrounds, in person and virtually, in a manner that is safe for artists and patrons alike. We pledge that however you choose to enjoy our performances, you will have access to the works of a rich musical past, grounded in a vibrant present, with an eye towards the future.
CASH
Cash contributions are a simple and straightforward way to support Boston Baroque. Whether made over the phone with a debit/credit card or via a check sent to Boston Baroque, your gift helps to make all of our programs possible including our ongoing participation in the EBT Card to Culture program.*
Send your gift to us at:
Boston Baroque
177 Huntington Avenue, 17th Floor #1791
Boston, MA 02115
Or call Katie DeBonville, Chief Development Officer
at (617) 865–3428 to make your gift over the phone.
* The Card to Culture program—a joint venture between Mass Cultural Council and the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA), Massachusetts Health Connector, WIC Nutrition Program, and numerous cultural organizations—enables Massachusetts residents who rely on support from these programs to access Boston Baroque’s programs at a reduced price. In 2019-2020, our last full in-person season, more than 1% of Boston Baroque’s audience members attended performances through this program.
See the full list of participating organizations offering EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare discounts.
CONTINUO PLAYERS
Continuo Players are donors who make recurring monthly contributions to Boston Baroque. As a Continuo Player, you have the opportunity to strengthen the impact of your gift by stretching it out over the calendar year.
GIFTS OF SECURITIES
Significant tax benefits may be available to you when you elect to support Boston Baroque with gifts of stock, bonds, and other securities. A conversation with your tax advisor will inform you in greater detail about these benefits.
For a conversation on how to make a gift of securities to Boston Baroque, please call Katie DeBonville, Chief Development Officer at (617) 865–3428.
DONOR ADVISED FUNDS (DAFs)
Many donors elect to make their contributions through their Donor Advised Funds. A conversation with your fund advisor can help you determine if this is the best way for you to support Boston Baroque. You will need the following information about Boston Baroque:
Legal Name: Boston Baroque, Inc.
Address: 177 Huntington Avenue, 17th Floor #1791 Boston, MA 02115
Federal Tax ID Number: 04–2530131
Please note: IRS regulations prohibit the use of Donor Advised Fund contributions for attendance at galas or for fulfilling existing pledges.
For additional information, please contact Katie DeBonville, Chief Development Officer, at (617) 865-3428 or kdebonville [at] bostonbaroque [dot] org.
MATCHING GIFTS
Does your company offer a matching gifts program? Many companies welcome the opportunity to support the philanthropic interests of their employers. Ask your Human Resources department today if your employer will double—or perhaps even triple—the impact of your gift!
PLANNED GIFTS
Including Boston Baroque in your estate planning provides valuable support for the organization and offers opportunities that may benefit you and your family as well. Your tax or estate planning advisor can provide you with the information you need on the types of planned gifts that best meet your needs while benefiting Boston Baroque.
For additional information, please contact Katie DeBonville, Chief Development Officer, at (617) 865-3428 or kdebonville [at] bostonbaroque [dot] org.
MEMORIAL / HONORARY GIFTS
Honoring the birthday, anniversary, or life of a friend or loved one with a gift to Boston Baroque is a wonderful tribute to both your honoree and the organization. If you would like Boston Baroque to notify your honoree / honoree’s family about your gift, we will be happy to do so (the amount of the gift will not be included in the notification). Please let us know the name and address (if you wish them to be notified) of your honoree when you make your gift.
IRA ROLLOVERS
If you are 70 ½ or older, a transfer of funds directly from your IRA to Boston Baroque before the end of the calendar year will both benefit Boston Baroque and help to satisfy your required minimum distribution. A conversation with your financial planner can help you determine if this method of giving is right for you.