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annual fund donation

Transform Communities Through Your Annual Fund Donation

Your gift to Art League Houston provides essential support, ensuring our artist-centered and community-focused programs continue to thrive. Each donation sustains our core initiatives and allows us to stay responsive to the evolving needs of our creative community.

    1. Sustaining Impact
      Annual Fund donations allow us to continue our long-standing programs and adapt to emerging priorities, supporting exhibitions, workshops, and outreach programs that inspire and engage.

    2. Tax Deductibility
      Your contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law, making it a rewarding way to support the arts and our community.

    3. Empowering a Creative Mission
      Art League Houston connects the community through diverse and dynamic art experiences that foster conversation, creativity, and connection. Your support helps us deliver inclusive, accessible, and reflective programming for all.

    Invest in Art and Community
    At ALH, we are committed to inclusivity, lifelong learning, and fostering a Houston community strengthened through art. Your annual donation directly impacts our ability to provide artist-centered programming that redefines the role of art, promotes empathy, and drives positive social change.

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Flexible Access fund

Expand Access to Art Education with the Flexible Access Program

Your support for the Art League School’s Flexible Access Program fuels the growth of an educational initiative that redefines arts accessibility. Each donation empowers individuals to explore their creativity through pay-what-you-can visual arts courses, breaking down financial barriers and fostering lifelong learning.

    1. Opening Doors to Art
      By funding this program, you help make art education accessible to students ages 17 and up, regardless of economic background. Your support enables us to offer flexible, affordable courses designed to inspire creativity and foster community engagement.

    2. Tax Deductibility
      Your contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law, allowing you to make a lasting impact on art accessibility.

    3. Championing Inclusive Learning
      The Art League School is committed to building an artistic community where learners from all backgrounds can explore new ideas and techniques. The Flexible Access Program embodies this mission by welcoming diverse voices and prioritizing equity in art education.

    Invest in Arts Access and Equity
    Since 1968, the Art League School has been dedicated to fostering artistic exploration and growth, serving over 1,200 students annually. Your donation to the Flexible Access Program supports our multi-year initiative to reshape the Art League School’s role, reducing economic barriers and advancing positive social change through the arts.

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donate stock

Transform Lives Through Art

We believe in the power of art to inspire, heal, and connect communities. Your donation of highly appreciated stock can help us continue our mission of fostering creativity and supporting artists, while also providing you with significant financial benefits.

    1. Maximize Your Impact
      Donating stock that has appreciated in value allows you to make a more substantial contribution than a cash donation of the same amount. Your generosity can fund exhibitions, workshops, and community programs that uplift and inspire.

    2. Tax Advantages
      When you donate appreciated stock, you avoid paying capital gains taxes on the appreciation. This means more of your contribution goes directly to supporting our programs, and you can also claim a charitable deduction on your taxes.

    3. Easy Process
      Donating stock is straightforward! We provide you with all the necessary information to ensure a smooth transaction. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

    Celebrate Your Generosity

    Every donation, big or small, helps us create vibrant spaces for art and culture in our community. As a thank you, we recognize all stock donors in our annual report and upcoming events, celebrating the impact of your generosity.

Where to send your stock donation: Download our stock donation instructions below.

Stock Donation to Art League Houston

Amplify Your Impact Through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)

A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a simple, flexible, and tax-efficient way to support the programs and artists you care about most. If you have a DAF through a community foundation or financial institution, you can recommend a grant to Art League Houston at any time — making it easy to turn your charitable goals into real impact.

  • With a single contribution to your fund, you can support multiple organizations over time, streamline your giving, and maximize tax advantages. Your DAF grant to Art League Houston helps sustain artist-centered exhibitions, community programs, tuition-free youth initiatives, and increased access to the arts across Houston.

    Whether you choose to give once or schedule recurring support, your donor-advised gift ensures Art League Houston remains a vibrant, accessible, and innovative home for artists and audiences alike.

  • If you already have a Donor-Advised Fund, recommending a gift is simple:

    Just direct your sponsoring organization to issue a grant to Art League Houston (Tax ID: 74-1299166).

    Thank you for championing art and community with your generosity!

Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)

Make a Lasting Impact with Your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)

If you’re 73 or older and have an IRA or other retirement account, you know that each year, the IRS requires you to withdraw a minimum amount, known as a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD). What if that money could not only fulfill IRS requirements but also create meaningful change?

    1. Tax Savings: Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) allow you to donate your RMD tax-free. By donating directly from your IRA, you could lower your taxable income, potentially reducing your overall tax bill.

    2. Amplify Your Impact: Every dollar of your RMD goes directly to funding our programs and expanding our outreach. Your generosity helps us make a bigger difference in the lives of those we serve.

    3. It’s Simple: We’re here to guide you through the process and answer any questions. Just contact your IRA administrator, and they can transfer your donation directly to us—no complicated paperwork required.

    1. Contact Your IRA Custodian: Tell them you’d like to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly to Art League Houston

    2. Provide Our Information: 

    3. Inform Us: Let us know about your gift so we can properly acknowledge your support and ensure your donation goes where it’s needed most.

  • What accounts are eligible for RMD donations?
    You can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution from a traditional IRA, SEP IRA, or SIMPLE IRA.

    Is there a limit to how much I can donate from my RMD?
    Yes, individuals can donate up to $100,000 per year as a Qualified Charitable Distribution. If you file jointly, your spouse may also donate up to $100,000 from their own IRA.

    Will I receive a tax receipt?
    Yes, we’ll provide a receipt confirming that your donation is a Qualified Charitable Distribution for tax purposes.

Vehicle & Real Estate Donations

Support Art League Houston Through Vehicle & Real Estate Donations

Your vehicle or real estate donation can make a powerful impact on Art League Houston, helping us expand our programs and foster creativity across the community. By partnering with CARS (Charitable Adult Rides & Services), we’ve made it easy for you to support our mission in a meaningful way.

    1. Make a Difference with Ease
      Donating is simple! CARS provides a hassle-free process that allows you to turn your unused vehicle or property into support for Art League Houston’s programs, creating opportunities for artists and the community.

    2. A Trustworthy Partnership
      Since 2003, CARS has returned over $300 million to nonprofit partners across the U.S. and Canada. Through their dedication, CARS also supports community services like senior transportation and meal delivery through its On the Go program.

    3. Tax-Deductible Donations
      Your vehicle or real estate donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law, adding financial benefits to your gift.

  • Visit our CARS profile to learn more and start your donation today:

    Thank you for championing art and community with your generosity!

CONSIDER A MATCHING GIFT


Were you aware that Houston has almost 300 companies with gift matching programs?

You can potentially increase or even double your donation to Art League Houston by taking advantage of these programs. Numerous companies and corporations match charitable gifts made by their employees. You can find out if your company offers a matching gift program by reaching out to your human resources department.

Here is some information you will need in order for your gift to be matched:

  • Art League of Houston

  • 1953 Montrose Blvd Houston TX 77006

  • 74-1299166

IRS Form 990 Filings

Art League Houston is committed to transparency and accountability. Each year, we file an IRS Form 990, which provides detailed information about our mission, programs, and finances.

Have Questions? Contact Jennie Ash at jennie@artleaguehouston.org for more information or assistance