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Your tax-deductible contribution provides vital funding for extraordinary performances and high quality programs that INSPIRE – EDUCATE – UNITE and build community through the power of music.
Join our supporters with your gift today!
Online: Click here to donate by credit card now.
By Phone: Development (727) 362-5450
By Mail: Check made out to The Florida Orchestra and sent to:
The Florida Orchestra | Attention: Development Office
244 2nd Avenue North, Suite 420 | St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Florida Orchestra is a 501 (c)(3) EIN: 59-1223691
TFO is grateful for all gifts of any amount that help sustain our non-profit’s mission, programs, and many good works. For donor listing, please click here.
*While we do our best to correctly acknowledge as we periodically update donor listings, these may not include recent gifts. For any changes, omissions, corrections, please contact us.
“Marianne & I have been strong advocates of The Florida Orchestra for over 50 years. We firmly believe that a vibrant orchestra is a valuable asset to our community. We are very fortunate to have such a talented group of dedicated musicians. We encourage all our fellow citizens to support this first-rate organization.”
Mark T. & Marianne Mahaffey
“We know the importance of supporting the fabulous performances of The Florida Orchestra as they are such a blessing to the Tampa Bay Community. Please join us in spreading the word about TFO. Thank you for your support!”
Mr. & Mrs. McNichols
More Ways to Give
The Florida Orchestra is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) EIN: 59-1223691
TFO ENCORE MONTHLY GIVING is a convenient, easy way to give through a 12-month pledge and recurring amount charged to your credit card. Become an ENCORE member today for as little as $25 month to be recognized in donor listing www.FloridaOrchestra.org. Contact hlee@floridaorchestra.org or (727) 362-5450.
DONOR ADVISED FUND – The Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a type of investment account set up for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations. Individuals can contribute cash, stocks, or other assets into the DAF and receive immediate tax benefits while facilitating charitable giving. Donor-advised funds are subject to IRS guidance, rules and requirements.
IRA CHARITABLE ROLLOVER ACT permits people age 70½ or older to make tax-free gifts directly from their IRAs. Qualified Charitable Distributions made to non-profits such as TFO are not treated as taxable income and may count toward your Required Minimum Distribution if received by end of calendar year.
GIFTS OF STOCK – TFO accepts gifts of publicly traded securities or mutual funds, including tax advantaged gifts of appreciated stock. For brokerage instructions please contact TFO Development: sweymouth@floridaorchestra.org.
DONATE A VEHICLE – Donate your vehicle to The Florida Orchestra with Charitable Adult Rides & Services (CARS). CARS will reach out to you to arrange the pick-up of your vehicle donation, at no cost to you. You may qualify for a tax deduction while supporting a cause that is near and dear to your heart.
SPONSOR A MUSICIAN, CONCERT OR EVENT
LEGACY GIVING – Support TFO and create a lasting impact with thoughtful planning and options that align with your goals during and after your lifetime.
BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION may provide options with your IRA, insurance policies, and other instruments in your estate planning. Please consider naming non-profit The Florida Orchestra as a beneficiary. Contact your retirement plan administrator, insurance company, bank or financial institution, and notify TFO.
WILLS AND LIVING TRUSTS are a way to leave a gift to The Florida Orchestra, a nonprofit corporation with administrative offices located at 244 2nd Avenue North, Suite 420, St. Petersburg, Florida 33701. Consult your lawyer and/or tax advisor as individual circumstances may vary.
We are here to help facilitate meaningful philanthropic giving!
For more information and personal attention, please contact:
Julie Baker, Vice President of Development
jbaker@floridaorchestra.org
Hayden Lee, Development Coordinator
hlee@floridaorchestra.org
George Hambos, Development Associate
ghambos@floridaorchestra.org
The Florida Orchestra has earned CANDID 2025 Gold Transparency Seal AND Four-Stars, the highest possible rating on Charity Navigator, the world’s largest and most trusted nonprofit evaluator.
Florida Orchestra, Inc. is a registered 501 (c)3 charity, Tax ID EIN: 59-1223691, CH#1830 Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. . REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING (800) 435-7352 WITHIN THE STATE