As You Consider Your Philanthropy

‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌   ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌   ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Dear Friend, Your support enables the Smithsonian Institution to be the premier museum, research and education complex in the world – thank you. You have made an impact on the outreach programming we provide to those who visit our museums, to children in our rural communities and researchers across the globe. As you consider your philanthropy at the end of the year, know there are many easy and tax-wise ways you can give to the Smithsonian: Online or by Mail Donate online anytime via our secure giving site, or mail a check directly to our office at the address below. Friends of the Smithsonian Contribution Receipt Center PO Box 98096 Washington, DC 20090-8096 Donor-Advised Funds The Smithsonian welcomes contributions you may recommend from a donor-advised fund (DAF). You can easily direct your DAF award to the Smithsonian. Learn more » A membership through a donor-advised fund does not include benefits due to IRS regulations. Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA) You can transfer funds directly to the Smithsonian from your IRA as part of the required minimum distribution. Learn more and download a form to share with your plan administrator to get full tax credit. The employer identification number (EIN) for the Smithsonian is 53-0206027. A membership through IRA giving does not include benefits due to IRS regulations. Stock Gifts A donation of appreciated stock is as simple as a conversation with your broker. We do ask that you notify our staff at friends@si.edu when making these gifts so we can send you instructions for the transfer. Beyond Your Annual Contribution Planned Gifts You can create your own legacy at the Smithsonian by leaving a charitable gift in your estate plans. Did you know Friends of the Smithsonian can be named as a beneficiary? Your annual gift to the Smithsonian will continue through your estate when you designate Friends of the Smithsonian. We gratefully accept bequests, beneficiary designations, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, charitable lead trusts and real estate. Learn more » Corporate Matching Gifts As an employee or retiree you may be able to double or triple your impact by linking your employer or former employer to the strength of your commitment. Search for your company » Please don't hesitate to contact us at any time to discuss the many ways you can expand your impact on the Smithsonian and our mission to create and share knowledge with everyone, everywhere. © 2022 Smithsonian Institution 1000 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20560 Unsubscribe Privacy Policy Smithsonian Castle: Kelly Martinet.