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As a nonprofit organization, Old York receives no town, state, or federal funding. We rely on the generosity of individuals, foundations, and businesses to underwrite the costs of our education programs, the maintenance of our iconic properties, as well as the stewardship of our exceptional collections of artifacts and archival materials that embody the history of York, Maine.

There are several ways you can help support the museum:

• Make a secure online tax-deductible donation to: Old York Historical Society, click on the button below.
• Send a check to: Old York Historical Society, P.O. Box 312, York, ME 03909
• Transfer a gift of stock or other securities: contact Diane Johnson, staff accountant, at accounting@oldyork.org or call 207-363-4974 for instructions.

“I have used the option of a tax-deductible charitable contribution for years. It’s called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), and my gift was easily transferred by my financial institution directly to Old York. I get to support an organization that is near and dear to me. Plus, I love the annual tax deduction!” – anonymous donor

Did you know?

Many employers match donations. If your company does, work with your employer to ensure that you donation goes even further.

You can make a lasting impact. Talk to your financial planner about how to include Old York as part of your estate plan.

There are tax benefits for donors:

• Donor-Advised Funds: ask your financial institution about how to set these up on a recurring basis.
• Qualified charitable distribution (QCDs): above a certain age, QCDs may also count towards your RMDs (Required Minimum Distributions).
• Appreciated Securities: mutual funds, stocks, and other holdings that have accumulated large capital gains can be gifted with potentially beneficial tax advantages to the donor.

Please note that Old York does not provide financial advice. Please discuss specifics with your financial advisor, financial institution, and/or tax professional.