Donate
Please contact Lily Williams, Director of Development, by email at lwilliams@woodmereartmuseum.org or by phone at (215) 247.0476 for more information.
Annual Giving
Unrestricted contributions throughout the year support Woodmere's daily operating expenses. More than half of Woodmere's operating support comes from generous individuals like you. Learn more about the Annual Fund and make a gift now.
The Frances M. Maguire Hall Project
Woodmere acquired the property formerly known as Saint Michael’s Hall in a real estate transaction with the Sisters of Saint Joseph on October 28, 2021. Woodmere greatly appreciates the generous showing of community support that makes possible this exciting new chapter in the trajectory of the institution.
Woodmere Art Museum
9201 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
> Adopt the Art
When you “adopt” a work of art that’s planned for initial installation at Maguire Hall, you help underwrite conservation, framing, installation, and collections care. Your name will be added to the credit line. For example: Apollo, date unknown, by Eva Martino. Wood, 18x25x16 in., Museum purchase, 2021, Adopted by Jane and John Doe.
Three levels to choose from:
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$5,000 – works of art greater than 50” in any dimension
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$2,500 – works of art greater than 25” in any dimension
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$1,000 – works of art smaller than 24” in any dimension
For more information, click here.
To make a payment online, click here. Please indicate which painting you wish to adopt in the 'comment' section on the payment page.
Questions? Contact Erin Lawrence in Development at 215.247.0127 or elawrence@woodmereartmuseum.org.
> Adopt the Landscape
- $3,000 - Canopy Trees
- $2,000 - Evergreen Trees
- $1,000 - Understory Trees
- $500 - Shrub Clusters
- $400 - Perennial Beds
Steward an Estate Tree
For $5,000, you can steward one of ten existing, healthy estate trees for five years. Please indicate which Estate Tree you wish to adopt in the 'comment' section on the payment page.
Endow the Landscape
For $10,000 and above, you can support the ongoing stewardship of the landscape with a contribution to the Virginia and Joseph Wilmsen Endowment Fund. Your gift will be recognized on acknowledgment signage in the gardens.
For more information, click here.
To make a payment online, click here.
Questions? Contact Erin Lawrence in Development at 215.247.0127 or elawrence@woodmereartmuseum.org.
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Director's Circle
Donors wishing to make a gift at the $1,000 level are invited to join the Director's Circle. Advantages of joining: regular mailings from the Museum, a complimentary copy of exhibition catalogues, invitations to private exhibition receptions at the Museum, and more. Click here to make a Director's Circle gift. If you have any questions, please contact Woodmere at astandish@woodmereartmuseum.org or by calling (215) 247.0476.
President's Circle
Advantages of joining: regular mailings from the Museum, complimentary copy of exhibition catalogues, private tours of exclusive art collections in the Philadelphia area and beyond, and invitations to private exhibition receptions at the Museum. Click here to make a President's Circle gift. If you have any questions, please contact Woodmere at astandish@woodmereartmuseum.org or by calling (215) 247.0476.
Charitable Gift Annuities & Bequests
Provide for Woodmere’s future and your own! Learn how donors receive tax benefits and income for life through Charitable Gift Annuities. Become a member of Woodmere’s Charles Knox Smith Society with a bequest or other planned gift.
Collections and Acquisitions
Support the Museum’s ongoing efforts to conserve and preserve the permanent collection of more than 8,000 objects. Donor funds also support new acquisitions.
Education Programs
From lecture series to the Helen Millard Children’s Gallery to art class scholarships, education programs offer many ways to support Woodmere.
Exhibition and Catalogue Sponsorship
Support Woodmere’s special exhibitions and their accompanying catalogues. Sponsors are recognized in the exhibition galleries, catalogues, and other printed material, and at donor events.
Matching Gifts
Multiply the impact of your gift to Woodmere Art Museum. Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match most charitable contributions made by their employees. Some companies also match gifts made by spouses, children, retirees.
Membership
Please make the decision to become a member of Woodmere Art Museum. Click here for more information.
Memorial and Appreciation Gifts
A gift to Woodmere is a lasting tribute a thoughtful way to remember a loved one, commemorate a special occasion, or honor friends and family. Online memorial donations can be made through the Annual Fund online donation page. Please include the name of the individual that the donation is made in memory of in the comments section of the form.
The Stephen Kerzner Fund for Classical Music
Woodmere has established the Stephen Kerzner Fund for Classical Music, recognizing Stephen’s passion for classical music. As a trained classical pianist, Stephen looked forward to and loved the classical concerts held at Woodmere.
This memorial fund will allow Woodmere to offer classical music programs and activities in Stephen’s memory.
Donations are accepted online by clicking here, or by check (please specify Stephen Kerzner Classical Music Fund in the memo of the check) and mail to:
Anne Standish, Woodmere, 9201 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118
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