Qualified Charitable Distribution
For 75 years, WCMS has been bringing to Westchester renowned artists, such as cellist Yo-Yo Ma; the Amerigo Trio with violinist Glenn Dicterow; the American String Quartet, the Emerson, Tokyo, Brentano, and Kalichstein ensembles; and award-winning young talent, such as the Dover and the Ulysses String Quartets.
Check out these past concert programs.
Our mission is to provide live, world-class chamber music concerts that are accessible and affordable to Westchester audiences. We are dedicated to supporting top-tier performers, inspiring young musicians, helping to sustain the local arts community.
We believe that classical music is a shared cultural treasure and strive to engage diverse audiences by emphasizing accessibility and preserving tradition while embracing distinguished new artists, composers, and musical styles.
We invite our audience to get to know us and join in to make the magic happen!
Be sure to consult your qualified professional advisors on how a gift to WCMS fits into your overall philanthropic and financial goals.
Stocks & Securities
Transfer appreciated securities — such as stocks, bonds, or mutual funds — that you have held for more than one year to WCMS and enjoy:
- an income tax charitable deduction for the full market value
- no capital gains tax on the appreciation
It's a win-win!
What about CLOSELY HELD STOCK?
Yes, you can transfer this. You enjoy a charitable deduction equal to the appraised value of the stock with no capital gains tax due. Restricted stock can be repurchased by the corporation later.
Be sure to consult your qualified professional advisors on how a gift to WCMS fits into your overall philanthropic and financial goals.
Planned Giving / Bequest
The Westchester Chamber Music Society is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment -- where all feel part of our community and have equal access and input, regardless of background, identity, or abilities.
We recognize that chamber music has a rich and diverse heritage. We commit to representing a range of cultures, traditions, and styles in our programming. This includes historic and contemporary music from various backgrounds.
Our venue and parking are accessible; and we livestream our concerts to enable us to serve a broader range of community members throughout Westchester and beyond, including older adults and individuals with disabilities who may not be able to attend in person but who still want to experience the best of live chamber music.
Join Our Community
Our leadership and dedicated volunteers are devoted to inspiring music lovers through innovative programming and welcoming events. Become a member or get in touch to volunteer and help us continue fostering a vibrant cultural community where classical music flourishes.
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Please provide the following information to your broker:
Brokerage: [Insert Broker Name]
DTC Number: [Insert DTC #]
Account Name: Manchester Music Festival
Account Number: [Insert Account #]
Important: Please notify us when you authorize a transfer so we can properly acknowledge your generous gift.
To notify us of a transfer, please contact:
Get in touch
Telephone: 1-877-209-5200
E-mail: info@westchesterchambermusic.org
Address:
Westchester Chamber Music Society
Attn: Nancy Mayers
21 Suzanne Lane
Pleasantville, NY 10570