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Did you know that the majority of the CCO’s budget comes from fundraising efforts?

The CCO is grateful for support from every person and organization in our community. Your gifts help us share our passion for transformation through music in the concert hall and performances and educational programs throughout the community.

All donations will be gratefully acknowledged in the following season’s program book. You can also choose to make a donation in someone’s honor.

Here are Different Ways You Can Contribute:

ONLINE

BY CHECK

Mail your Donation to:

Cayuga Chamber Orchestra
110 North Tioga Street, Suite 302
Ithaca, NY 14850

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QUALIFIED CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTIONS (QCDs)

The CCO gratefully accepts gifts in the form of Qualified Charitable Distributions through your IRA and encourages donors to make their contributions well before the end of the year if possible.

PLANNED GIVING

Arrange for a planned gift to the CCO today as a powerful way to ensure your legacy and make a long-term impact on the organization even after your lifetime.

CREATE A LEGACY

Contact the CCO Office to learn more about establishing an endowment which will direct your generosity to have a lasting impact on the orchestra.

Endowments can be established with a minimum commitment of $50,000 (payable over 5 years) and provide a fund managed to exist in perpetuity ensuring the impact of your gift will exist forever.
Bequests can include provisions to establish endowments as part of your legacy. Please contact our office for more information about these opportunities.
Thank you for your consideration of supporting the CCO in these transformative ways.

DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT

Ask your employer if they’ll match your charitable contributions!

The CCO is a not-for-profit organization with 501(c)(3) status.
All donations to the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra are tax-deductible.

SPONSOR A RED CHAIR

Sponsor a specific Chair and connect with one of the Orchestra's musicians. For more information, see our Red Chair page.

To discuss any of these options, please call call Sarah Chandler, Executive Director, at 607-273-8981 or email sarah@CCOithaca.org

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