Performances + Events Outright Cash Gift
A gift of cash is the simplest of all gifts to make and provides NEC with the greatest and most immediate support. Most donors make outright gifts by writing a check, but outright gifts of other kinds of assets are certainly possible.
A gift of cash could be right for you if:
- You want the easiest way to donate to NEC.
- You want the largest possible income tax charitable deduction for your gift.
- You would like to make the gift to NEC that has the greatest immediate impact.
Gift Provides Immediate Support
Unlike some other gift arrangements, your outright gift will provide resources NEC can put to immediate use. If you prefer to restrict our use of your gift in any way, please contact us so that we can be sure that we can carry out your wishes.
Maximum Tax Savings
You may deduct the full amount of your donation, subject to IRS limitations. You may carry forward any unused deduction for up to five additional years.
Ways to Give Cash
Most donors make an outright gift by writing a check payable to NEC and mailing it to us. You may also make a cash gift using your credit card.
Consult with Your Advisors
We encourage you to speak with your financial and tax advisors before making a gift. The IRS offers tax incentives for charitable giving, enabling you to support a cause you value while potentially reducing your tax burden.
Thank you for considering a generous gift to help sustain New England Conservatory.
Find Best Asset
Our easy-to-use Find Best Asset quiz guides you step-by-step to identify your ideal asset for making a gift, based on your unique situation. Simply answer a few quick questions, and you'll get a personalized recommendation to make your gift with the asset that best meets your goals, whether cash, appreciated securities, or a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) from your IRA.
Additional Giving Options
By making a planned gift, you can strengthen NEC and gain financial and tax benefits for you and your family. For more information, please contact Aaron McGarry, Planned Giving Officer, by email or by phone at 617-585-1356.
Real estate can be contributed as an outright gift or to finance a planned gift. Available options include a retained life estate, which allows the donor to continue to use the property for a certain number of years, or for the donor’s lifetime. Other arrangements offer special tax advantages and lifetime income.
Gifts of real estate include undeveloped land, a residence, a vacation home, a farm, or commercial property. NEC requires the donor to bear certain costs when making a real estate gift, such as an appraisal to determine the fair market value. Also, NEC deducts transaction costs from the proceeds of the sale of the property, including the closing costs, title insurance, a survey (if needed), and any taxes due before the gift is completed.
For any questions about gifts of real estate, please contact Abigail Smitka, Assistant Vice President of Major Gifts and Campaigns, at as3628@necmusic.edu or (617) 585-1719.
Many companies support the philanthropic interests of their employees by matching employee contributions to nonprofit organizations like NEC. If your employer offers a matching gift program, you may be able to double or even triple your gift!
For more information on matching gift contributions, please contact Cheryl Fries, Assistant Director of Advancement Operations, at cheryl.fries@necmusic.edu or (617) 585-1373.
Gifts of personal property, such as musical instruments, recordings, and scores provide valuable support for our music education programs. Through the support of in-kind gifts, you can help NEC meet the college’s ongoing need to expand its inventory — and you qualify for a tax deduction.
NEC accepts in-kind donations on a case-by-case basis. For more information, please contact Patricia Kopko, Director of Advancement Operations, by email or phone at 617-585-1225
Friends of NEC may elect to make gifts to commemorate a loved one’s life, birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion. We will gladly notify those you wish to know of any gifts made in their honor.
Contributions in any amount may be directed to The NEC Fund, or to the area of your choice. Please note the name of the person you wish to commemorate when you make your gift.
Contact Us
To learn more about how you can support NEC, please contact Cheryl Fries, Assistant Director of Advancement Operations, at cheryl.fries@necmusic.edu or (617) 585-1373.
New England Conservatory is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law. Our non-profit tax ID is 23-7225104.
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