Planned Giving
Unlocking a Legacy: Enriching the Arts for Generations to Come
.Welcome to the South County Arts Association's Planned Giving Program – an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the Rhode Island arts community by supporting our mission of encouraging the creation, visibility, and appreciation of artwork through membership, education, exhibits, and shared artistic experiences.  By considering a bequest, you can ensure that your passion for the arts endures, leaving a legacy that resonates for generations.
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Why Planned Giving Matters
Planned giving is a unique opportunity to align your values with your philanthropic goals. By making a bequest to the South County Arts Association, you contribute to the long-term sustainability of our non-profit organization, enabling us to continue fostering creativity, supporting local artists, and providing enriching experiences for our community.

Types of Bequests
 
1. Specific/General Bequest:
  • Designate a specific dollar amount, percentage of your estate, or particular asset to the South County Arts Association.
2. Residuary Bequest:
  • Allocate a percentage or the remainder of your estate after other bequests, debts, and taxes have been satisfied.
3. Contingent Bequest:
  • Specify a condition that must be met for your bequest to take effect.
4. Restricted/Demonstrative Bequest:
  • Direct your bequest to support a particular program, initiative, or area within the South County Arts Association that holds special meaning for you.
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How to Make a Bequest
  1. Consult with Your Attorney:
    • Seek the guidance of a qualified attorney to help you draft or update your will to include the desired bequest.
  2. Include the South County Arts Association:
    • Clearly state the South County Arts Association's legal name and tax identification number in your will.
    • Legal Name: South County Arts Association
    • Tax ID Number: 05-6008104
    • Address: 2587 Kingstown Road, Kingston, RI 02881
  3. Specify the Purpose:
    • If you have a specific area or program you wish to support, clearly outline your intentions in your will. If you desire to create an endowment or direct your bequest as an unrestricted gift, provide these instructions.
  4. Inform Us of Your Decision:
    • While not required, sharing your decision allows us to express our gratitude and include you in our legacy recognition programs.
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The Impact of Your Bequest:
Your bequest is a testament to your commitment to the arts and will contribute significantly to the South County Arts Association's ability to:
  • Sustain Programs: Ensure ongoing support for artistic endeavors, exhibitions, and educational initiatives.
  • Empower Artists: Provide resources and opportunities for local artists to thrive, display, sell, and share their talents.
  • Engage the Community: Foster a love for the arts through diverse and accessible cultural experiences.
  • Maintain our Historic Facilities: Maintain and improve our facilities to provide a welcoming and enriching location for fulfilling our mission.
Thank you for considering a bequest to the South County Arts Association.
 
For More Information:
To learn more about planned giving opportunities or to inform us of your bequest, please contact Jen Ferry, Executive Director and/or Annie Wildey, Marketing and Development. Your support ensures a vibrant future for the South County Arts Association, and we are grateful for your dedication to the arts.
 
Jen Ferry
[email protected]
 
Annie Wildey
[email protected]

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Other Ways to Give
A one-time donation
An annual gift is a wonderful way to make a difference.
Make a monthly donation
A smaller recurring monthly donation, spreads your donation over the year and can help with ongoing planning.

Donate by check
Send a check in the mail to;
South County Arts Association
​2587 Kingstown Rd, Kingston, Rhode Island
Sponsorship
Our Business sposnors know the impact supporting the arts has on the health and wealth of a community. The support we receive from our sponsors allows us to present a robust roster of events, exhibits and classes year round. Creating opportunities for everyone in the community to explore their creative side! Partner with us, we would love to have you. 
Volunteer
We sure could use your help!  Please join us & share your talents with one of our committees or just come help us out in the office. 
“Thanks for giving all of us an opportunity to show our work while all the other galleries were closed during Covid-19. The work you and all the others at SCAA do for the artists is most inspiring.”  
​Diane Brown, Artist & Teacher
​“The staff at SCAA are the kindest and most supportive of any arts association in the state. It makes me happy just to walk through the door.” Eric Hovermale, Artist 

​“I love SCAA so much. You believed in me before I even believed in myself.”  Renee Syed, Artist

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We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization. Our mission is to promote greater public participation in the arts in our Rhode Island community. We do this by encouraging the creation, visibility, and appreciation of artwork through membership, quality education, juried and organized exhibitions and shared artistic experiences. 
Office and Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Sunday from 1 - 5 pm  
​(except holidays & our holiday sale has extended hours)
(401) 783-2195   2587 Kingstown Rd, Kingston, Rhode Island
Email: [email protected]

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