Donate
Help make Montalvo’s mission a success.
Why Give
Our donors have a tremendous impact on the success of Montalvo’s mission to provide relevant, cutting-edge arts programs and education opportunities to our community. An annual gift (starting at $100/year) not only furthers our mission but also enhances your arts experience through special perks and donor events that allow you to enjoy and share your passion Montalvo with other fans. However, please know that a gift of any size is truly appreciated and makes a difference!
All gifts are tax-deductible and can also be paid in periodic installments throughout the course of the year. Montalvo’s Federal Tax ID# is 94-1249283.
Donor Benefits
A donation is a gift that gives back.
Donor benefits include:
- Advance ticket ordering privileges (by donor level)
- Instant waitlist priority before the public to Carriage House concerts, camps, and classes
- Complimentary docent tours of the Historic Villa for donors and one guest
- Free admission and complimentary wine at Open Access events ($10 for the public) …and more!
Matching Gifts
Some employers offer gift matching programs for employees who donate to certain nonprofits. Please contact your HR department to find out if your gift will be matched. Submit the signed paperwork with your gift, and we’ll take care of the rest!
Donor Levels
A personal relationship with Montalvo that only a donor can enjoy.
$100 – Advocate
- Advance ticket ordering privileges (by donor level)
- Instant waitlist priority before non-members to Carriage House concerts and camps
- Invitation for two to select pre-concert receptions
- Complimentary docent tours of the Historic Villa for donors and one guest
$250 – Steward
All the benefits of the Advocate level, plus –
- Discounts on Carriage House Concert tickets
- Two complimentary wine or beverage vouchers for use at any Montalvo event serving drinks
$500 – Collaborator
All the benefits of the Steward level, plus –
- Admission to an annual Donor Appreciation event at the Villa
$1,000 – Visionary
All the benefits of the Collaborator level, plus –
- Invitations to local art trips (ArtVentures)
- Donor recognition in Montalvo’s Carriage House Performing Arts Series playbill
The Director’s Circles
$2,500 – Villa Circle
All the benefits of the Visionary level, plus –
- Invitation to a private dinner in the Residency prepared by Montalvo’s chef
- Exclusive Director’s Circle appreciation party hosted by a Montalvo Trustee
$5,000 – Artist Circle
All the benefits of the Villa Circle level, plus –
- Complimentary VIP parking at all Carriage House shows
- Invitation to a national ArtVenture trip
$10,000 – Creative Circle
All the benefits of the Artist Circle level, plus –
- Annual Creative Circle Party invitation
- Invitation to travel on an International ArtVenture trip
- Invitation to an annual holiday party at the home of the Executive Director
$15,000 – Garden Circle
All the benefits of the Creative Circle level, plus –
- Exclusive lunch for four with the Executive Director in the Villa
- Invitation to join select “meet and greet” receptions with certain artists
$25,000 – Program Partner
All the benefits of the Garden Circle level, plus –
- Villa/facilities rental discounts at Montalvo (based on availability)
- Special signage recognition
Other Ways to Give
More options to help support Montalvo Arts Center.
Planned Giving: The Griffin Society
The Griffin Society recognizes those who include Montalvo Arts Center in their estate plans. In so doing, like griffins, our Griffin Society donors become guardians of the future of Silicon Valley’s most important cultural, educational, and historic asset. Your commitment, no matter the size of your gift, will ensure that all of Montalvo’s treasures will be enjoyed for generations to come.
Planned gifts can offer significant tax advantages and in some cases generate lifetime income for you or your chosen beneficiary. You determine the amount, nature, and purpose of your gift to Montalvo. You may choose to disclose the amount of not. Regardless of the amount, your contribution and your membership in the Griffin Society mark a lasting commitment to Montalvo’s charitable purposes.
Benefits of membership in the Griffin Society include invitations to an annual recognition event and other gatherings and donor recognition on Montalvo’s Donor Wall and other donor listings. Your legacy will help us to preserve our Villa and its magnificent 175-acre grounds, continue an inspiring variety of art programs, and enrich the lives of Silicon Valley residents.
Planned gifts can be made using a range of methods:
- Bequests
- Charitable Remainder Trust
- Charitable Lead Trust
- Real Estate
- Retirement Plans
- Life Insurance Policies
Griffin Society gifts strengthen Montalvo as it continues to serve as an oasis of culture and nature in Silicon Valley, now and in the years to come. Your legacy will help us to preserve our Villa and its magnificent 175-acre grounds, continue an inspiring variety of art programs, and enrich the lives of Silicon Valley residents.
We invite you to join the Griffin Society and to become a part of Montalvo Arts Center’s Future. Your commitment, no matter the size of your gift, will ensure that all of Montalvo’s treasures will be enjoyed for generations to come.
In-Kind Giving
There are many ways to give to Montalvo, including in-kind gifts. These can be as valuable to us as cash, and they are also fully tax-deductible.
For more information on other ways to give, please contact give@montalvoarts.org.
Donor Events
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Donor Privacy Policy
Montalvo values the protection of donor privacy, and as such, is committed to the following policywith regard to the collection and use of donor information:
Montalvo does not sell, trade, rent or share donor contact information (including but not limited to mailing addresses, telephone numbers or e-mail addresses) to any third party.
Montalvo uses contact information of donors for completing a transaction, distributing receipts and thank-you letters, providing information about news and upcoming events, reporting to government agencies (when required by law) and for internal record-keeping purposes only.
Montalvo, upon request, will delete a donor’s name from Montalvo’s solicitation and mailing lists.
Montalvo provides all donors the option to be listed as “anonymous” in any of its fundraising publicity and promotional pieces.