Join the Legacy Society
The Legacy Society acknowledges those who are leaving a legacy for Opera Maine’s future through a planned gift. These donors, with their foresight and generosity, are ensuring the long-term artistic and financial stability of the company.
Your charitable bequest is the most important type of gift for building Opera Maine’s programs and endowment. When received, your bequest will serve to help OM reach its mission to present world-class opera, train the performers of tomorrow, and enrich the communities of Maine.
A planned gift or bequest is a transfer by will of securities, real estate, tangible personal property or other assets from the deceased to an individual or charity. With as little as one sentence, you can make a gift in your will or trust that significantly impacts the efforts of Opera Maine. Whether you choose to give a set amount or a percentage of your estate, your support ensures we are able to continue our work for years to come. For bequests to Opera Maine, the donor’s estate earns an estate tax deduction equal to the value of the gift.
How Donors Benefit:
Creation of a legacy that expresses their deepest values and passions
Need not diminish current income or current assets
Potential tax advantages for the donor and their heirs
Satisfaction of knowing that they are contributing to the future of Opera Maine
Public expression of appreciation for a lifetime of enrichment
How OM Benefits:
Enduring source of support for the growth of programs and productions
Financial stability
Builds a stronger organization, thereby strengthening our community and further developing the art form for generations to come
Bequest Language For Insertion In Your Will
Planning for the future is one of the most effective ways to support Opera Maine. Making a gift in your will or living trust, known as a bequest, can guarantee that your legacy endures. Your gift may be a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder after all other provisions are specified.
Our federal tax ID number is: 01-0496860
Below is suggested language to use when drafting your bequest.
Sample Language
Specific:
“I give to Opera Maine, Tax ID #01-0496860, presently headquartered at 225 Commercial Street, Portland, ME, 04011
Choose one:
1) The sum of $___________.”
2) __________ shares of stock in ________________Company.”,
or 3) My real property commonly known as _________________.”
Residual:
“I give to Opera Maine, Tax I.D. #01-0496860, presently headquartered at 225 Commercial Street, Portland, ME, 04011, [__% or all] of the residue of my estate, including real and personal property.”
If you have named Opera Maine in your will or trust, please let us know so we can ensure that your gift is used according to your wishes. Notifying us of your plans will enable us to plan for the use of your future gift. However, if you prefer to remain anonymous, we will keep your name and gift in strict confidence.
For more information about planned giving, the Legacy Society, or other donations, please contact Caroline Koelker at [email protected] or (207) 879-7678.