Your contributions sustain Fleisher’s programs and ensure access to quality, affordable arts education and cultural experiences for children, teens, and adults. Gifts of any size make a meaningful difference, online or through other giving options.

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Ways to Give

  • Join a dedicated group of donors whose annual leadership gifts provide vital support for Fleisher’s educational programs, community workshops, and exhibitions. Your participation ensures that artists and learners of all ages can access transformative arts experiences.

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  • Gifting appreciated securities, stocks, bonds, or mutual funds held for more than one year is a simple and powerful way to support Fleisher. Your gift may offer a charitable income-tax deduction for the full fair-market value and allows you to avoid capital gains tax on appreciated assets.

    How to give:

    Contact the Development Office at (215) 922-3456 or development@fleisher.org and provide:

    • Your name and contact information
    • Name of the stock and number of shares
    • Approximate date and value of your gift
    • Designation for your gift (General or a specific program)
    • Broker’s name and contact information, if applicable

    Your gift of stock helps Fleisher continue offering transformative arts experiences across Philadelphia.

  • Gifts from an IRA or donor-advised fund (DAF) are tax-smart ways to maximize your support.

    • IRA Gifts: If you are 70 1/2 or older, transfer up to $100,000 directly from your IRA to Fleisher. Your gift satisfies your required minimum distribution without generating taxable income and can support programs or general operations immediately.
    • DAF Gifts: Recommend a grant from your donor-advised fund to Fleisher. You receive a charitable deduction when the fund is created, and your gift can be directed to programs you care about.

    Getting started:

    Provide your administrator with:

    Fleisher Art Memorial
    Attn: Development Office
    719 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
    Tax ID: 23-2249360
    Phone: (215) 922-3456
    Email: development@fleisher.org

    Your IRA or DAF gift helps ensure that Fleisher continues bringing the transformative power of art to the community.

  • Many employers will match charitable contributions made by their employees, potentially doubling, or even tripling, the impact of your gift. By submitting a Matching Gift Form, you can multiply your support for Fleisher’s programs and artists.

    How to Participate:

    • Check with your human resources department to set Fleisher as a recipient for your company’s matching gift program.
    • If you participate in a United Way workplace giving campaign, indicate Fleisher by selecting Donor Choice #1917 on your pledge form.
    • Fleisher is also an eligible recipient for Penn’s Way matching program for University of Pennsylvania and Penn Medicine employees.

    For questions or assistance, contact the Development Office at (215) 922-3456 or development@fleisher.org

    Your matched gift ensures that every dollar you give goes even further in supporting Fleisher’s mission to make art accessible to all.

  • Gifts of materials and supplies help keep Fleisher’s studios and classrooms fully stocked for learners of all ages. In-kind donations are tax-deductible based on their estimated value.

    How to Give:
    To coordinate an in-kind donation, contact the Development Office at development@fleisher.org

    Your in-kind gift ensures that students and artists have the resources they need to create, learn, and thrive.

Planned Giving

Including Fleisher in your estate plans allows you to leave a transformative legacy. Planned gifts strengthen our endowment, provide essential support for educational and community programs, and ensure that the joy of artmaking remains accessible to all.

  • Planning a bequest is one of the most meaningful ways to ensure your legacy endures. A bequest can be a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder after other provisions.

    Sample Language:

    • Unrestricted Gift: “I give to Samuel S. Fleisher Art Memorial, a nonprofit corporation located at 719 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147, or its successor, _________ [amount, percentage, or property] for its unrestricted charitable use and purpose.”
    • Designated Gift: “I give to Samuel S. Fleisher Art Memorial, a nonprofit corporation located at 719 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147, or its successor, _________ [amount, percentage, or property]. This gift should be used for (state purpose) as long as the need exists. If Fleisher determines the need no longer exists, the funds may be used for a purpose as closely related as possible to the original intent.”

    If you have included Fleisher in your estate plans, please let us know. Your notification ensures your gift will be used as intended and allows us to recognize your generosity through the Legacy Society. Information will be kept confidential if you prefer.

    Contact the Development Office at (215) 922-3456 or development@fleisher.org for more information.

  • The Legacy Society honors those who have included Fleisher in their estate plans. Your planned gift ensures that future generations can experience the joy of artmaking.

    Members of the Legacy Society:

    • Are recognized on donor lists
    • Receive invitations to exclusive events showcasing the impact of their gifts
    • Join a community of visionaries shaping Fleisher’s future

    We invite you to join the Legacy Society. Any planned gift, large or small, helps Fleisher continue its mission to make art accessible to all.

  • Fleisher’s endowment is essential to sustaining our mission and ensuring the vitality of arts education and community programs in Philadelphia for generations to come. By contributing to the endowment, you create a gift with both immediate and long-term impact.

    How Endowment Gifts Work:

    • Your donation is invested, generating income that supports Fleisher’s programs today while preserving principal for future use.
    • A portion of the annual income addresses current needs, while the remainder is reinvested to provide enduring support.
    • Gifts of any size make a meaningful difference and are fully tax-deductible.

    Getting Started:

    To discuss your endowment gift or explore giving options, please contact the Development Office at development@fleisher.org.

    Legal Information:
    If including Fleisher in your estate plans or formal gift agreements, please use our legal name and federal tax ID:

    Legal Name: Samuel S. Fleisher Art Memorial
    Address: 719 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
    Federal Tax ID: 23-2249360

    Your endowment gift helps ensure Fleisher continues to bring the transformative power of art to the Philadelphia community for years to come.

  • A memorial or tribute gift is a meaningful way to recognize a loved one who has been touched by Fleisher or to celebrate a special occasion, such as a birthday or milestone. Your gift not only honors their legacy but also supports Fleisher’s mission to make art accessible to all.

    How Memorial & Tribute Gifts Work:

    • Gifts can be designated in memory or in honor of a loved one.
    • Contributions support Fleisher’s programs and community initiatives, creating a lasting impact in their name.
    • Donors receive acknowledgment of their gift, and families or honorees are notified as appropriate.

    Getting Started:

    To establish a memorial or tribute gift or to explore giving options, please contact the Development Office at development@fleisher.org or (215) 922-3456.

    Your memorial or tribute gift ensures that the joy of artmaking and Fleisher’s community impact continues in honor of those you cherish.