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.
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 pre-concert receptions
- Complimentary docent tours of the Historic Villa for members and one guest
- Free admission and complimentary beverages at Open Access events
$250 – Steward
All the benefits of the Advocate level, plus –
- Discounts on Carriage House Concert tickets
$500 – Collaborator
All the benefits of the Steward level, plus –
- Invitation for two to the Griffin Room—our Member lounge located on the Side Veranda and in the Villa Library—during Summer Concerts (includes complimentary beverages and refreshments)
- Admission to an annual $500+ Donor Recognition 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 Culinary Fellow
- Exclusive Director’s Circle appreciation party in a Trustee’s home
$5,000 – Artist Circle
All the benefits of the Villa Circle level, plus –
- Complimentary parking at all Carriage House Concerts
- Special opportunities to meet select Carriage House Concert artists at private receptions
- Invitation to a national ArtVenture trip
$10,000 – Creative Circle
All the benefits of the Artist Circle level, plus –
- Annual Creative Circle Dinner invitation
- Invitation to travel on an International ArtVenture trip with the Executive Director
- 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 –
- Significant Villa/facilities rental discounts at Montalvo for 50-200 guests
- 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.
Click on the giving vehicle below for more specific information on what types of gifts might be right for you:
- 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.
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