tag:binghamtonphilharmonic.org,2005:/blogs/ways-to-giveWays to Give2023-06-26T14:51:44-04:00Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestrafalsetag:binghamtonphilharmonic.org,2005:Post/72327442023-06-26T14:51:44-04:002024-01-25T13:21:49-05:00Named Chair Campaign<p dir="ltr"><span style="color:#000000;">The Binghamton Philharmonic invites supporters to its Named Chair Campaign. </span></p><p dir="ltr"><span style="color:#000000;">Annual Gifts permit the naming of a chair for one season:</span></p><ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><span style="color:#000000;">$3,000: section player</span></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><span style="color:#000000;">$5,000: principal or assistant principal player</span></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><span style="color:#000000;">$20,000: Music Director</span></li>
</ul><p dir="ltr"><span style="color:#000000;">Endowment Gifts paid over the course of a five-year pledge:</span></p><ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><span style="color:#000000;">$25,000: section player</span></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><span style="color:#000000;">$30,000: principal or assistant principal player</span></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><span style="color:#000000;">$500,000: Music Director</span></li>
</ul><p dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><span style="color:#000000;">Both types of gifts are vital to the success of the Philharmonic. For more information on naming a chair, contact </span><a class="no-pjax" href="mailto:pcienniwa@binghamtonphilharmonic.org" target="_blank" data-link-type="email"><span style="color:#000000;">Dr. Paul Cienniwa</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">, Executive Director: 607-723-3931 x4.</span></p><p dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a class="no-pjax" href="/musicians" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Musicians"><span style="color:#000000;">To see the current orchestra roster, including Named Chairs, click here</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.</span></p>Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestratag:binghamtonphilharmonic.org,2005:Post/70357082022-08-11T12:00:02-04:002023-07-02T14:27:55-04:00Donate Today<p style="text-align:center;">As the Southern Tier's longest-serving professional symphony orchestra, the Binghamton Philharmonic is dedicated to "Building Community Through the Power of Live Music." Your gift today will help us impact thousands of music lovers of all ages and backgrounds throughout the region. No matter how large or small, your gift today is priceless.</p><p style="text-align:center;"><a class="no-pjax" href="https://binghamtonphilharmonic.app.neoncrm.com/forms/6" target="_blank" data-link-type="url" contents="Donate Today"><span style="color:#bf532c;"><strong>Donate Today</strong></span></a></p><p style="text-align:center;"> </p>Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestratag:binghamtonphilharmonic.org,2005:Post/70357072022-08-11T11:59:42-04:002022-08-11T13:29:59-04:00Monthly Sustainer<p style="text-align: center;">Your monthly gift will help us impact thousands of music lovers of all ages and backgrounds throughout the region. No matter how large or small, your monthly recurring gift is priceless.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Donate Monthly" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://binghamtonphilharmonic.app.neoncrm.com/forms/6" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color:#bf532c;">Donate Monthly</span></strong></a></p>Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestratag:binghamtonphilharmonic.org,2005:Post/70357062022-08-11T11:59:34-04:002022-08-11T13:20:34-04:00Crypto<p style="text-align: center;">Thanks to <a contents="The Giving Block" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://thegivingblock.com/donate/?utm_term=the%20giving%20block&utm_campaign=Accept+Bitcoin+Donations+-+2020&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=2211919315&hsa_cam=15034076865&hsa_grp=128421046283&hsa_ad=555261431000&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-870577710859&hsa_kw=the%20giving%20block&hsa_mt=b&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=CjwKCAjw0dKXBhBPEiwA2bmObeQ3ztW3j6dwf_AJD9CyEXGOVZf_00ua0aBpyHeg3ueNh2NYPgdzoBoCPBgQAvD_BwE" target="_blank">The Giving Block</a>, the Binghamton Philharmonic now accepts cryptocurrency donations!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Donate Crypto" data-link-label="Donate Crypto" data-link-type="page" href="/donate-crypto" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color:#bf532c;">Donate Crypto</span></strong></a></p>Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestratag:binghamtonphilharmonic.org,2005:Post/70357052022-08-11T11:59:26-04:002022-08-11T13:20:56-04:00Matching Gifts<p style="text-align: center;">Are you eligible for a matching gift? Ask your employer today if you can <strong>double your donation</strong> to the Binghamton Philharmonic!</p>Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestratag:binghamtonphilharmonic.org,2005:Post/70357042022-08-11T11:59:17-04:002023-06-26T15:03:00-04:00Donate Stock<p style="text-align:center;"><strong>Donating Publicly Traded Securities to the Binghamton Philharmonic </strong><br>“A tax-smart approach to maximize your philanthropic impact” </p><p><strong>A Win-Win Situation. Donate stock instead of cash. </strong></p><p>By making a charitable gift of appreciated securities held long-term (longer than one year), you may increase the tax benefits that you qualify for. You not only may qualify for an itemized tax deduction, but you can also avoid paying taxes on capital gains. </p><p><i>Example: More than two years ago, you originally purchased stocks for $2,000 and today the stocks are worth $10,000. If you sold them and made a charitable gift, you may be able to itemize the gift, but you would also have to pay income taxes on the $8,000 capital gain (this is the difference between the $2,000 you originally invested and the $10,000 you received when you sold). If you donated the stock directly to the charity, you may be able to itemize the gift and would also <strong>avoid the capital gains.</strong> When the charity sells the stocks, they won’t have to pay taxes on the capital gains either, since they are tax exempt. </i></p><p><strong>How to keep your winning stocks while still utilizing this strategy.</strong> </p><p>If you are concerned about hurting your portfolio’s performance by donating your highest performing stocks, consider this: If you would have otherwise donated cash, donate the highly appreciated stock instead and use the cash to buy the same stock in your portfolio. This way your portfolio stays the same, but you reset the cost basis to the current price. </p><p><i>Example: More than two years ago, you originally purchased stocks for $2,000 and today the stocks are worth $10,000. Donate the stocks to the charity, wiping out the unrealized capital gains. Buy back the $10,000 worth of stock with the cash you would have otherwise given to the charity. Your portfolio is exactly the same, the only difference is that your cost basis on your high-performing stock increased from $2,000 to $10,000, wiping out your unrealized capital gains. </i> </p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong>How do you complete a stock donation? </strong></p><ul>
<li>If the stock being transferred is <strong>currently</strong> held at Charles Schwab: <ul><li>Donor completes Charles Schwab Journal Form provided by S.E.E.D. Planning Group, LLC. Contact: 607-217-5091 or info@seedpg.com </li></ul>
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<li>If the stock is being<strong> transferred</strong> from an outside institution <ul>
<li>Talk to your financial institution where the account is held that currently holds the stock. They will need: <ul>
<li>The Binghamton Philharmonic’s Charles Schwab account number and registration information </li>
<li>Schwab DTC Clearing #: 0164 </li>
<li>DTC Code is 40 </li>
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<li>Notify S.E.E.D. Planning Group, LLC and/or the Binghamton Philharmonic that your donation is on its way.</li>
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<li>If you would prefer to transfer stock immediately, you may do so through The Giving Block, the same company that manages our cryptocurrency donations. <a class="no-pjax" href="/donate-crypto" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Donate Crypto">Click here for more information</a>.</li>
</ul>Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestratag:binghamtonphilharmonic.org,2005:Post/70357032022-08-11T11:59:11-04:002024-01-25T13:21:49-05:00Fanfare for the Future: legacy and estate gifts<p><strong>Join the Fanfare for the Future! </strong></p><p>Fanfare for the Future is your way of letting the Binghamton Philharmonic know that you have named us in your estate plan. When you pledge your support by naming the Philharmonic in your will, we will add your name annually to our season program book as a member of Fanfare for the Future.</p><p>Being a member of Fanfare for the Future does not require a monetary gift at this time. Please contact the Philharmonic if you would like to join the Fanfare! As always, discuss any major gifts with your attorney or financial advisor</p>Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestratag:binghamtonphilharmonic.org,2005:Post/70357022022-08-11T11:59:02-04:002023-06-26T15:00:03-04:00Advertise / Sponsor<p>Reach a wider audience by advertising with us or Sponsoring a concert!</p><p>For more information, contact Dr. <a class="no-pjax" href="mailto:pcienniwa@binghamtonphilharmonic.org" target="_blank" data-link-type="email">Paul Cienniwa</a>, Executive Director at 617-723-3931 x4.</p><p><a class="no-pjax" href="/sponsors" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Sponsors"><span style="color:#bf532c;"><strong>Click here to view our current sponsors.</strong></span></a></p>Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestratag:binghamtonphilharmonic.org,2005:Post/70357012022-08-11T11:58:52-04:002022-08-11T13:27:11-04:00Wallenberg Legacy<p>If you would like to become a part of the Wallenberg Legacy, consider sponsoring the digital transfer of a concert. Sponsoring a full concert costs $150. For a smaller contribution, you may sponsor a part of a concert. Donors will receive a CD copy of the archived recording and be honored on this website through recognition connected to the sponsored recording. Most importantly, donors will be a part of preserving this important collection of Binghamton history.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="More Information" data-link-label="Wallenberg Legacy" data-link-type="page" href="/wallenberg-legacy" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color:#bf532c;">More Information</span></strong></a></p>Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra