Support America’s History
With your gift to Washington Heritage Museums
Washington Heritage Museums is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that owns and maintains five historic sites and their associated collections. The organization does not receive ongoing funding from federal, state, or local governments. WHM is grateful for private contributions that help preserve these historic resources and ensure future generations can access the rich history and educational programs it offers.
Additional Avenues of Support
Thank you for considering a gift to Washington Heritage Museums (WHM). Your support helps preserve our historic sites and collections for future generations.
In addition to traditional donations, there are several other impactful ways to support our museums and programs:
Donations or memberships by mail or phone:
Print a membership or donation form to complete your donation by mail or phone our office to give securely by phone.
Gifts of Appreciated Securities
Donating stocks, mutual fund shares, or other appreciated assets can be a tax-efficient way to support WHM. In many cases, you may be eligible to deduct the full fair market value of the gift while avoiding capital gains tax. Please inform WHM of your gift by completing a stock donation form.
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are a wonderful and easy way to support our mission. WHM will send a personal thank you letter, and your DAF provider will send your tax acknowledgement.
Please note that a DAF donation may not be used to purchase sponsorships or event tickets due to IRS regulations.
IRA Charitable Distributions
If you are required to take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from your IRA, consider making a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) to WHM. This method allows you to support our mission while potentially reducing your taxable income.
Wire Transfers
To ensure proper acknowledgment, please include your name and “Washington Heritage Museums” in the transfer instructions.
Planned Gifts
Planning a gift from your estate is a meaningful way to continue your support and appreciation for the mission of Washington Heritage Museums while meeting your own personal, financial, estate-planning, and philanthropic goals. Please let WHM know of your gift intention using this form. Donors signifying their intention will become members of the Sundial Legacy Society.
Matching Gifts
Many employers match gifts to qualified nonprofit organizations. Contact your HR department to see if your employer matches qualified donations.
Gifts in Tribute
Washington Heritage Museums gratefully accepts gifts in honor or memory of a loved one. Please let our staff know if you would like us to send a letter to the honoree or the family of a memorial gift.
Gift Memberships
A wonderful gift for the history lover is a gift membership to Washington Heritage Museums! Valid for one year, the gift recipient will receive free admission to our museums, discounts in our museum stores, and much more. Click here for more information.
General Notes
Unless otherwise specified, all gifts will be used for unrestricted purposes in support of WHM’s mission.
For questions or assistance, please reach out to Washington Heritage Museums’ staff at 540-373-5630 or Support@WashingtonHeritageMuseums.org. Be sure to consult your tax advisor, estate planner, or financial consultant with questions specific to your personal situation.
Washington Heritage Museums
1500 Washington Avenue
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
EIN: 46-0803504