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Amy Mugavero
Director of Major and Planned Gifts
New York Philharmonic
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New York, NY 10023

From a Lifetime to a Legacy: An Invitation to Become a Member of the Heritage Society

In 1842, the founders of the New York Philharmonic had a vision for the future that has guided the evolution of our Orchestra through the generations. Today, individuals with the foresight to make planned gifts are welcomed as members of the Heritage Society.

Benefits of Heritage Society Membership include:

  • Listing on the roster of Heritage Society Members in Playbill and in our annual report
  • Invitation to the annual Heritage Society Day luncheon
  • A handsome lapel pin featuring the Heritage Society logo
  • Invitations to Philharmonic special events

We invite you to contact our Director of Major and Planned Gifts to discuss in confidence the many options available for making a planned gift.

Through planned giving, you not only guarantee a vibrant future for symphonic music, you can also realize many personal financial goals, some of which are highlighted in the chart below:

If This Is Your Goal This Is Your Gift
Defer a gift until after your lifetime. Cash bequests are exempt from federal estate taxes.

Bequests

Make a bequest of cash, securities or other property to add to the Endowment or a special program.

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"I can give others the opportunity to experience the exciting musical programs I have been so fortunate to enjoy throughout my life."

- Joan Weltz

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Receive variable lifetime income paid quarterly and take an immediate income tax deduction.

Philharmonic Pooled Income Fund

Make an initial gift of $10,000 in cash or appreciated securities, with contributions added at any time.

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Increase spendable income, reduce estate taxes and receive an income tax deduction.

Charitable Remainder Trust

Make an irrevocable contribution of cash, securities or other property.

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"The Philharmonic has given me so much pleasure over the years and I have always wanted to do something to provide support for the Orchestra’s exquisite concerts for the generations to come"

- Caroline Holt

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Make a revocable gift during your lifetime and avoid probate.

Living Trust

Name the Philharmonic as beneficiary of your assets while retaining control during your lifetime.

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"My father's influence guided me to experience the joy of music and now, through this trust, I can extend that influence to others. It's a truly rewarding feeling."

- Jeffrie Silverberg

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Realize immediate tax benefits from existing policies that are no longer needed.

Life Insurance

Make the Philharmonic owner and beneficiary of your policy and take an income tax deduction.

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Avoid double taxation on retirement plan assets for your heirs.

Retirement Plan Benefits

Fund a charitable gift using an IRA, 401(k), profit-sharing plan or money purchase plan.

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"I chose a simple procedure: providing that a portion of my IRA go to the Orchestra. It's my way of saying 'thank you' for all that the Philharmonic concerts have given me."

- Peter Haring Judd

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Avoid capital gains tax on the sale of your residence or other real estate and claim an income tax deduction.

Real Estate

Make an outright gift or gift of partial interest in your real estate to the Philharmonic

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