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Support VSA Donations | Sponsorships | Memorials/Honorariums |
Planned Giving | Volunteer
Download donation forms (Microsoft
Word documents):
Donation form | Auto-debit
form Donations:
VSA arts of Wisconsin gratefully accepts donations of several types: monetary,
in-kind goods or services, memorial
donations or in honor of someone special, as well as time, friendship and
encouragement.
| Dear Friends: The
arts represent a world of resources and opportunities, providing an outlet for
creative expression and unlimited possibilities for personal, academic, and professional
success. And since art is an infinite and unconditional field, individuals with
disabilities find that they can express themselves without physical, social or
attitudinal barriers.
VSA has been conducting arts programs
for individuals with disabilities for more than 20 years. And like everything
else, costs associated with these programs continue to climb. In order to
continue
the quality programs that have become a tradition of our organization, we
need
your help. VSA relies on charitable donations to meet nearly 75% of its annual
budget.
The quotes here (at right) show that VSA is meeting
a need in our state. I encourage you to download the donation form below and help
us make a difference in the lives of many. Sincerely, 
Kathie
Wagner
President | “I have
taught art to students with disabilities for the past 13 years, but this occasion
[Children’s Art Collection Award Ceremony] touched my heart more than any
other. The artists showed such pride and dignity and for the first time I realized
how much being creative means for a person with disabilities. I always accepted
that it is important but didn’t feel it to the bottom of my boots!”
– Leslie Trewyn, art educator “I always looked
at different art and thought I could do that. Now I know I can.” –
Faye Willems, 2004 AAC award recipient “The teachers
are still talking about the VSA program. You left a legacy.” -- Karen
Lieuallen, Asst. Dir. of Pupil Service, Oshkosh |
| Download
donation form | Did
you know that you can direct a personal gift to VSA arts
of Wisconsin if your company participates in a charitable giving campaign
such as United Way or the State Employees Combined Campaign?
Make your contribution to VSA arts of Wisconsin by using the Donor
Choice option when you fill out the form!
When
you donate to VSA arts of Wisconsin, you can specify how you would like your gift
to be used:
Local
or statewide programs such as choir, dance, visual art, early childhood, music
or drama; VSA Day, artist and volunteer training; or general operating support.
Planned Giving
Every Gift Counts ... Each Donation Enriches Lives
Contributing to VSA is a rewarding way to promote the creative power in
people with disabilities. Making a donation can be creative as well.
Examples include: cash; trusts; gift annuities; real estate; life insurance;
bequests; estate gifts; stocks and securities; memorial, birthday, wedding
or anniversary gifts; establishing or contributing to existing VSA Funds
at community foundations in Madison, Milwaukee, South Wood County (Wisconsin
Rapids), or North Central Wisconsin (Wausau). Talk with your attorney
or financial advisor to determine which giving plan is best for you.
**New legislation includes a short-term tax benefit for charitable
distributions made from traditional individual retirement accounts (IRAs)
and Roth IRAs. Individuals at least 70½ years of age can exclude
from income up to $100,000 a year in otherwise taxable distributions from
tradition and Roth IRAs for charitable contributions during 2006 and 2007.
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Honorariums, Memorials & Recognition
Donations: VSA arts of Wisconsin gratefully accepts donations
made in memory or in honor of someone special who exemplifies the spirit of our
mission. To make a donation, please
complete a donation form and send it to VSA at the address below.
A
full list of honorariums, memorials and recognition donations can be found in
VSA's annual report
of giving.
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Volunteer!
Click
here to download a volunteer form. (Microsoft
Word document) VSA arts of Wisconsin depends
on the help and support of our numerous volunteers, sponsors, donors and community
members who provide various forms of assistance in presenting our programs to
VSA participants. Volunteer opportunities include:
Across
the state, VSA arts of Wisconsin choirs provide opportunities for
adults with and without disabilities to participate in choral ensembles.
Volunteers may be called on to provide musical accompaniment, catalog music,
help with performances, etc.
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Art Collections
The VSA
arts of Wisconsin Adult
Art Collection and Children's
Collection travel statewide and showcase the artwork of emerging artists with
disabilities. Adult artists are given opportunities to sell additional work through
the Art for Sale program. Transporting and setting up artwork, and staffing display
sites are just some of the volunteer opportunities these programs offer.
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Special Events/Fund Raising
Each year, VSA arts of
Wisconsin conducts fund-raising events such as art sales and benefit luncheons.
Opportunities are available for volunteers who enjoy working with the public,
have flexible schedules, and are looking for short-term projects.
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Other
There are occasional
administrative assistance assignments (mailings, computer entry, etc.) available
throughout the year.
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When you donate your time, VSA arts of Wisconsin will...
...provide
disability awareness orientation, plus a complete overview of VSA arts of Wisconsin
and information regarding your specific event, program or activity.
...provide
job descriptions for each volunteer position.
...track your volunteer hours
...send you the quarterly newsletter.
...provide networking opportunities
with other VSA arts of Wisconsin volunteers, staff and participants.
Click here to download a volunteer form. (Microsoft Word document)
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