Friends
Of Old World Foundation benefitting Old World Wisconsin
The Friends Partner Program
Friends... Our Supporters and Partners who support with an annual gift, or a recurring unrestricted or restricted gift. Unrestricted gifts are simply gifts that can be used where needed most and are not restricted to a specific project. These gifts give Old World Foundation the flexibility to maintain and grow our overall support of Old World Wisconsin.
Support Levels are as follows:
Friends
Friends are those who give a gift of any amount.
Cultivator
Cultivator Friends are those who give a gift of $1000 or more annually.
Legacy
Legacy Friends are those who name Old World Foundation in their estate plans. Learn More
Sustainer
A Sustainer Friend supports with a recurring gift at any level. You can give with a credit card, your support will always remain current and it's easier on the budget. You can change your support level or cancel your support at any time. If at any time in the year your giving totals $1000 or more, you will be considered a Cultivator Level Friend. Become a Friend!
Join Us
We invite our Friends to Join us for these Exclusive Celebrations:
Virtual Town Hall on Thursday, April 10 beginning at 4:00 p.m. Hear from the team at Old World Wisconsin about the upcoming season. Free for all, but you must register in advance.
Friends Appreciation Day on Saturday, July 19
End of Season Celebration on Thursday, September 18
These are free for our Friends, but everyone MUST register in advance. Additional information will be listed as details are confirmed.
AND, we invite everyone to participate in our Annual Chair's Challenge Fundraiser that ends with Sunset Soiree on Saturday, August 23.
In June, the Chair of our Board of Trustees will announce the project or program she would like to highlight this year and "challenge" our Friends to raise money to meet the goal she sets. Watch for more information coming in June.
Why Support OWF?
Your tax-deductible donation at any level allows Old World Foundation to give back to Old World Wisconsin.
There are many ways to give that offer significant tax advantages. We encourage you to consult with your accountant, financial advisor, or estate planning attorney if you have questions about which of the following ways to gift are right for you.
Cash, Checks, Credit Cards
If you are interested in giving a monthly gift, your credit card can remain on file to be charged monthly until you contact us to make a change.
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
A charitable account that allows donors to give to charities over time. Donors can contribute cash, stocks, real estate, and other assets to a DAF. In exchange, they receive an immediate tax deduction.
IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution
Donors age 70½ or over can transfer a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) to a charity tax-free each year. For those who are at least 73 years old, QCDs count toward the IRA owner's required minimum distribution (RMD) for the year.
Private Foundations (Family Foundations)
Donating from a family foundation can offer tax savings, estate tax reduction, and the ability to support causes you care about.
Employer Matching
Does your employer offer an Employer Matching Program? Many companies have programs through which they will "match" the charitable contributions made by their employees. Through corporate matching, your employer can multiply your gift and make it go farther. Please check with your company's human resources office to see if they offer gift matching.