Fund Raising. How can you help?
Short Term: Direct Contributions. The easiest way to make a gift to the museum completion is to simply fill out the letter of intent and send it in with a check payable to San Diego Model Railroad Museum. Those who wish to pay their gift over time may make pledges. Campaign pledges are payable monthly, quarterly, or yearly for up to three years. If you desire, the campaign staff can send reminders when a pledge payment is due.
Appreciated Securities. It might be advantageous for some donors to contribute appreciated stock. By donating securities or property owned for more than one year, the donor pays no capital gains tax on the appreciation, yet receives a tax deduction for the full, fair market value of the property. Instructions for electronic transfer of securities are included among the attachments. Corporate Matching Gifts. Many corporations will match the charitable contributions of their employees. If you work for a company that matches donations, you should send in the matching gift application with your contribution.
Long Term: This expansion addresses the immediate requirement to provide funding for the construction, furnishing, and equipment needs of the museum. However, the museum will need funds for its maintenance on an ongoing basis. Please consult with your legal counsel for the most appropriate planning for you. The longterm needs can be met through: Bequests. By naming the San Diego Model Railroad Museum Endowment Fund as a beneficiary in your will, you will help sustain an endowment that will support the museum far into the future. Charitable Trusts. Donors can continue to provide income (often greater income) for themselves and their families by funding a charitable trust with an asset usually appreciated stocks or real property. This approach provides a future donation for the San Diego Model Railroad Museum Endowment Fund, while offering current tax savings as well as income.
NAMING OPPORTUNITIES OR HONORARY AND MEMORIAL GIFTS
As certain contribution levels are attained, donors may designate funds for a specific project, which may then be
named for an organization, foundation, family or individual.
Model Railroad Museum $2,500,000
Endowment $2,000,000
Library/Education Great Room 250,000
ChildrensTheater/Pacific Beach Club Room 100,000
Toy Train Gallery 100,000
Tehachapi Pass Gallery 45,000
Supertrain Hallway 35,000
San Diego Station Hallway 30,000
Atrium 10,000
Foyer 10,000
Outer Lobby 10,000
Computer Work Stations 1,500
Billboards on track site (50) 500
WHOM TO CONTACT
John Rotsart, Museum Director Phone: (619)696-0199
E-Mail: jrotsart@sdmrm.org
Steve Seidensticker, Museum President Phone: (619)283-2849
E-Mail: sseiden@cox.net
Museum FAX: (619)696-0239
Museum Web Site: www.sdmrm.org
Thank you! Your valuable contribution will help to preserve an American treasure
Model Railroading in Balboa Park!
Audited Financial Statements available upon request.
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