Customized Giving at the VYOA:

Leadership Gifts

Donate to VYOA with a high impact gift. Contact Executive Director, Rosina Cannizzaro, (802) 655-5030 ext. 102.

Recurring Gifts

Become a sustaining donor by making a monthly gift.

Annual Gifts

Giving every year has a direct impact on musicians.

Planned Giving

Leave a lasting legacy to benefit future generations. Contact Executive Director, Rosina Cannizzaro, (802) 655-5030 ext. 102.

How to Make a Gift to the VYOA:

Online

Make a gift online through our secure website using your credit/debit card, Apple Pay, PayPal, Venmo, or your bank account.

Checks

Checks may be made payable to VYOA and mailed to VYOA, 223 Ethan Allen Avenue, Colchester, VT 05446

Phone

Call Jen Greenwood or Rosina Cannizzaro at (802) 655-5030 if you have questions or would like to give over the phone.

Donor Advised Fund

If you have a donor-advised fund (DAF), consider recommending a grant to support our mission. It’s a simple and impactful way to make a difference.

IRA Charitable Rollover

If you are 70 1/2 years or older, you can make a tax-free gift from your individual retirement account.

Gift of Securities

Gifts of stocks, bonds and mutual funds are easy to give and often provide a larger tax deduction than a cash gift. Contact us directly or have your broker call the VYOA for more information on making a gift of securities.

Memorials & Honoraria

Gifts made in memory of a loved one or in honor of a special occasion can be a meaningful way to support the ongoing work of the VYOA. (One of our alumni asked her wedding guests to donate to the VYOA in lieu of sending wedding gifts. In a matter of weeks this wonderful gesture raised more than $1,200).

Corporate Sponsorship

Sponsoring the VYOA contributes to the quality of life in our community, shows you value youth development and the arts, and helps promote your business. The VYOA now offers a wide range of sponsorship opportunities and corresponding marketing benefits. For information about become a VYOA sponsor, please contact Jen Greenwood at (802) 655.5030 x 101.