What You Can Give
You can make a lasting difference through planned giving by including The Philadelphia Orchestra, Ensemble Arts, or both, in your estate plans. Explore below to learn which assets are most commonly used to fund a gift.
Stocks & Bonds
Giving appreciated stock that you have held for more than one year is one of the most tax-advantaged ways to make charitable gifts. With careful planning, you can reduce your capital gains tax while supporting The Philadelphia Orchestra and/ or Ensemble Arts Philly.
Retirement Assets
A gift of your retirement assets, such as an employee retirement plan, IRA, or tax-sheltered annuity, is an excellent way to make a gift. A gift of these assets can shield your heirs from taxes while funding The Philadelphia Orchestra and/ or Ensemble Arts Philly's future.
Life Insurance
Life insurance is a valuable asset for making a charitable gift. You can make a gift of a life insurance policy without diminishing other investments or assets earmarked for family members.
Real Estate
A gift of real estate allows you to preserve your cash assets, receive tax and income advantages, and make a significant charitable gift to The Philadelphia Orchestra and/or Ensemble Arts Philly.
Personal Property
A gift of artwork, coins, antiques, or other personal property can be an excellent way to support The
Philadelphia Orchestra and/or Ensemble Arts Philly.
Donor-Advised Fund
A Donor-Advised Fund can provide you with immediate tax benefits while making your charitable giving easier for years to come. Might a Donor-Advised Fund be right for you? Here’s how it works.
The purpose of these web pages is to provide general educational information. They are not intended as legal, accounting or other professional advice. For assistance in planning charitable gifts with tax and other financial implications, obtain the services of appropriate advisers. Consult an attorney for advice if your plans require revision of a will or other legal document.