Join us in supporting music in our community by making a tax-deductible donation today!
Founded through the generosity of philanthropist Winnie Davis Long Crane, the Berkshire Music School has over an eighty-year history of bringing edifying musical experience to the community thanks to contributions by people like you.
The Berkshire Music School is a tax-exempt charitable institution as designated under section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN# 04-2121369). As such donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
WAYS TO GIVE
Online
The easiest way to give is by making an online donation to the Berkshire Music School annual fund. Click here to donate now!
By phone
You may also call the BMS office to make a donation via credit card. This is a great option if you would like to designate your gift to our scholarship fund or to make a gift in honor of a friend or loved one. To donate by phone call 413-442-1411.
By mail
To make a contribution by mail, you may send your check to our office at:
30 Wendell Avenue Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201
In addition to cash donations, Berkshire Music School gratefully accepts contributions of: IRA distributions, grants from donor advised, appreciated stock, and other charitable giving vehicles. For more information, please contact Executive Director Luis Granda at lgranda@berkshiremusicschool.org or by phone at 413-442-1411 ext. 12.
PLANNED GIVING
Leaving a lasting legacy to the Berkshire Music School can be as simple as making a provision for the school in your will, or naming the school as a beneficiary for a distribution from a revocable trust or retirement account. Other ways to leave a legacy of support include: gifts of life insurance, charitable gift annuities, deferred gift annuities, charitable annuity trusts, charitable lead trust, and charitable remainder unitrusts. These methods of giving have a variety of valuable tax benefits. Please consult with your financial advisor for more information.
To discuss planned giving options or receive additional information, please contact Executive Director Luis Granda at lgranda@berkshiremusicschool.org or by phone at 413-442-1411 ext. 12.
MATCHING GIFTS
Many employers and foundations generously sponsor matching gift programs for their employees’ philanthropic interests. These companies may be willing to double or even triple the value of charitable gifts made by employees, retirees and/or their spouses. You can increase your impact by making use of your company’s matching gift program. In these instances, you will be recognized for the full amount of your gift plus any employer match.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Events are a very special affair at Berkshire Music School, offering guests the opportunity to hear their favorite musicians in intimate small group settings at unique venues. For more information please email Executive Director Luis Granda at lgranda@berkshiremusicschool.org.
OTHER WAYS TO GIVE
IN-KIND DONATIONS
The Berkshire Music School gratefully accepts in-kind donations of musical instruments, scores, recordings, and other music-related equipment. Please contact our office if you have an item that you are interested in donating.
VOLUNTEERING
BMS appreciates additional support from students, parents, and other friends who want to share the joy of music with their community. Volunteers are also eligible for work study credit toward private lessons or group lessons at BMS. Some volunteer opportunities include: special events, administration/office assistance, social media, marketing/promotional assistance, flyer distribution, and building and grounds. Please email lgranda@berkshiremusicschool.org or call 413-442-1411 for more information.