Many performing arts organizations are classified as 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations just like thousands of other nonprofits in education, human services, and the full array of organizations. Without this exemption and the deductibility of private donations, nonprofit performing arts organizations and many other charitable organizations would be unable to serve community needs.

Talking Points

Charitable giving incentives do not enrich individual donors: they are an investment in the public good. These incentives encourage donors to give more, benefitting millions of people who access services provided by nonprofit arts organizations.

Approximately 40% of nonprofit performing arts organizations' revenue comes from  comes from charitable giving. This support is vital as ticket sales alone do not cover the costs of artistic presentations and educational and community programming.

Proposed changes to the charitable tax deduction will reduce giving, limiting core services and public access. Tax law impacts what, when, and how much donors give.

Use the space below to write a personal message to your legislators about the importance of the charitable deduction and urge them to protect giving incentives. If you have a story about how charitable giving has impacted your organization, please share it.