INDIVIDUAL DONOR LEVELS

AAMC Circle Level Giving

AAMC has expanded offerings and delved into important issues facing the museum world, but
we still have so much more to accomplish. Your gift will help us do so. AAMC Circle individual
giving levels consist of those dedicated to work, such as collectors, dealers, specialists,
curators, directors and leaders in the art community. As part of this annual high-level donor group you will receive invitations to exclusive events and
programs throughout the year and more to connect with curators and those supporting the field.           

President’s Circle

$5,000 and above annually ($200 non tax-deductible)

• Access to Art Curators Conference events
• Exclusive Circle Salon invitations
• Invitations to member only programs
• Opportunity to attend AAMC Foundation events
• Support helps fund the curatorial Mentorship Program
• Subscription our e-news
• Acknowledgement online and in print

The President’s Circle supports, in part, AAMC Foundation’s Mentorship Program.

To make a gift at the President's Circle level, click here.

Benefactor Circle
$2,500 annually ($100 non tax-deductible)

• Exclusive Circle Salon invitations
• Opportunity to attend AAMC Foundation events
• Support helps fund our AAMC Foundation’s webinars
• Subscription to our e-news
• Acknowledgement online and in print                             

The Benefactor Circle supports, in part, AAMC Foundation’s webinars.

To make a gift at the Benefactor Circle level, click here.

 

Friend Circle
$1,500 annually ($50 non tax-deductible)

• Exclusive Circle Salon invitations
• Subscription to our e-news
• Acknowledgement online and in print material

To make a gift at the Friend Circle level, click here.                 

Sustaining Member
$750 membership level for nonprofit art curators only (Formerly the Curator's Circle)

• Dues at this level provides impactful support for AAMC by sustaining our work for current and future generations
• Complimentary Membership within AAMC, including the benefits of general membership (if a current member, your membership will be extended to match the date of your joining the Sustaining Member level)
• 10% discount on Conference registration fees and VIP service in registering
  
• Special access to select programs and special events, as accessibility permits
• Subscription to AAMC’s e-newsletter
• Inclusion in Donor listing within our Conference catalog, website, and more

To join AAMC at the Sustaining level, click here.


STOCK & LEGACY GIFTS

AAMC Foundation provides access to donate now or with planned giving to support our work. With options of appreciated securities, qualified charitable distribution, will or trust gifts, retirement account beneficiary, and charitable trust as possible ways to support AAMC Foundation, we can work with you to best suit your goals. With donating, via any of the above methods, with a gift of $50,000 or more, you will be listed as a Curator Legacy donor, which will include an honorary lifetime Sustaining Member recognition. Please contact aamc@artcurators.org for information on how to proceed with these options of support.

How you can give now to help AAMC FOUNDATION today:

Gifts of appreciated securities

A gift of an appreciated asset is a valuable way to contribute to AAMC FOUNDATION. By donating long-term appreciated securities, including stocks, bonds, and mutual funds , you can generally take a tax deduction for the full fair market value of your gift. AAMC FOUNDATION also receives a larger gift than it would receive if you first sold the stock and then donated the proceeds after deducting the capital gain taxes.

Qualified charitable distribution

A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) allows you to directly transfer funds from your IRA to AAMC FOUNDATION. This is not considered taxable income to you, so you do not to pay income tax on the distribution. A QCD can also count toward satisfying your annual required minimum distribution. Keep in mind you must be age 70 ½ or older to take advantage of a QCD. Additionally, the maximum amount that qualifies for a QCD each year is $100,000.

How you can make a gift now to benefit AAMC FOUNDATION later:

Make a gift in your will or trust

A bequest from your estate may help you achieve your financial goals and benefit AAMC FOUNDATION. This gift is easy to implement with the help of an estate planning attorney. It also gives you flexibility to change your mind and access your wealth down the road, should you need it.

Designate a retirement account beneficiary

Consider naming AAMC FOUNDATION as beneficiary of your retirement assets, including IRAs, 401(k) plans, and profit-sharing plans. By naming AAMC FOUNDATION as a beneficiary for these types of accounts, income tax can be avoided and 100% of the account can support our mission. Also, unlike a bequest, there is no need to change your estate planning documents. You simply submit a new beneficiary designation to your plan provider. 

Charitable Trusts

A Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT) can benefit both you and AAMC FOUNDATION. It can provide you with a source of income for your lifetime. When you pass, AAMC FOUNDATION receives the balance of the trust assets. A CRT is often more appropriate for larger gifts and should be done with the help of an estate planning attorney.

A Charitable Lead Trust (CLT) can also be valuable to both you and AAMC FOUNDATION. When you create a CLT, the annual income benefits AAMC FOUNDATION for a period of time chosen by you. At the end of the term, the remainder passes to you or your family members, potentially reducing your estate tax liability. Like a CRT, a CLT is a more appropriate for larger gifts and should be done with the help of an estate planning attorney.

With donating, via any of the above methods, with a gift of $50,000 or more, you will be listed as a Curator Legacy donor, which will include a lifetime Sustaining member recognition. Please contact aamc@artcurators.org for information on how to proceed with these options of support.

ANNUAL FUND
Annual Fund gifts communicate the crucial role of curators in our culture by furthering the work of AAMC to heighten public understanding of the curator's role in art museums through professional development programs, awards, & grants. Any tax-deductible gift will help AAMC further professional development in the curatorial field through networking, collaboration, & professional development.

To make a tax-deductible Annual Fund gift, click here.

PATRONS

Barbara Futter

Catherine Futter

 

PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE 

Carlton Hobbs, LLC 

Lynda Roscoe Hartigan

BENEFACTOR CIRCLE 

Mr. Barnett Helzberg and Ms. Shirley Helzberg

Emily Lenz

Marjorie and Don Lenz

John B. Ravenal 

FRIEND CIRCLE 

Wendy Chang

Wolfram Koeppe 

Joern Lohmann

 

ANNUAL FUND DONORS

Anonymous

Jessica Adler

heather ahtone

Lynne D. Ambrosini

Ellen B. Avril

Rene Paul Barilleaux

Graham Boettcher

Wendy Brichon

Sarah D Coffin

Steffi Duarte

Helen Evans

Linda Ferber

Lisa Fischman

Tuliza Fleming

Anne Collins Goodyear

Jared Goss

Alison de Lima Greene

Lynda R. Hartigan

Cody Hartley

Michael J. Horvitz

Michelle Anne Jacques

Ronald Jarashow

John Koegel

Betty Krulik

Marianne Lamonaca 

Emily Lenz

Kenneth Montague

Deborah Cullen Morales

Tanya M. Odom

Jennifer Casler Price

E. Carmen Ramos

Bob Rennie

Cheryl Sim

Marianna Shreve Simpson

Anne Collins Smith

Juliet Sorce

Roslyn Adele Walker

SUSTAINING MEMBERS

 

AAMC & AAMC Foundation present philanthropic and marketing opportunities for corporate engagement through sponsorship of our programs, fellowships, conference, events, and more. From brand marketing, digital content, and tailored activations to special events, VIP access, and more, we can present avenues to connect with our influential audience and membership and focused recognition of your commitment to supporting the curatorial field. We look forward to working with you to identify, develop, and activate a sponsorship personalized to meet your goals.

To become a Corporate Sponsor now, Click Here

PATRONS
$3,500 Annually ($100 non tax-deductible)

Donations at this level support our mission in advancing the curatorial field. Benefits include:

• Opportunity to connect with our 1,300 members across the globe through a dedicated e-blast to our audience.
• Ability to host an AAMC & AAMC Foundation event at your gallery, corporate space, or other related venue—pending scheduling and interest.
• VIP Invitations to programs and special events, including salons, annual members’ reception, and the Awards for Excellence.
• Subscription to our e-newsletter.
• Your identity on our web and print material, noting your dedication to the curatorial field.
• Discounted opportunity for an ad in our Conference catalog (pending print deadlines).
  
  

FRIENDS
$2,500 Annually ($50 non tax-deductible)

Donations at this level support our mission in advancing the curatorial field.  Benefits include:

• Invitation to our Awards for Excellence. 
• Subscription to our e-newsletter.
• Your identity on our web and print material, noting your dedication to the curatorial field.
• Discounted opportunity for an ad in our Conference catalog (pending  deadlines).
  

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