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donate supporters board of directors annual gala foot in the door foundation form The Cunningham Dance Foundation exists to support, sustain, and further the wide-ranging creative activities of Merce Cunningham – choreographer, teacher, and artist – and of the Merce Cunningham Studio. This includes the Merce Cunningham Dance Company, the Cunningham Repertory Group, the Studio Performance Program for Young Artists, Educational Outreach, and the Merce Cunningham Archives. CLICK TO DONATE NOW Since its’ founding over 53 years ago, The Merce Cunningham Dance Company has grown to international proportions. The company continues to work domestically and internationally. The Foundation is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. The dance company depends on contributions from our patrons to ensure the livelihood of the dance company, school and youth programs. The Cunningham Dance Foundation has individuals associated with its Board of Directors who can assist you with planned giving, Charitable Remainder Trusts, and Charitable Lead Gift Trusts. These allow you to support our work with donations of cash, stocks, art work, real estate, etc., while providing you with considerable tax advantages, especially where capital gains are involved. You may also send donations directly to our Foundation office at 55 Bethune Street, New York, New York 10014. Funds will be applied to General Operating Support for the overall organization and will help ensure that Cunningham Dance Foundation has a permanent home. In addition to providing the public with opportunities to donate to or volunteer with the nonprofit of their choice at www.networkforgood.org, Network for Good also works to advance nonprofits' adoption of easy-to-use, low-cost tools for fundraising, volunteer recruitment and community engagement. Donate Now! Become part of the Cunningham Dance Foundation’s extended family and help continue Merce’s legacy. Make a donation today! Simply click the Donate Now button below and follow the instructions. Network for Good is one of the Internet's leading charitable resources. Help support Merce’s Legacy by donating now! Giving FAQ When I make a charitable contribution to the The Cunningham Dance Foundation on Network for Good, is that contribution tax-deductible? Absolutely! Every single charity featured on Network for Good qualifies for 501(c) (3) non-profit status from the IRS — and that means every donation you give counts as a tax-deductible donation. It's one of the ways Network for Good makes giving easier and smarter for you. When you make a donation through our site, be sure to save and/or print the confirmation e-mail you receive from Network for Good for your tax records. When I donate, will I get a receipt? When you donate through Network for Good, you will always receive a confirmation e-mail, which will serve as your receipt. You also can print the confirmation page that appears on your computer screen after you've completed your contribution — that can also serve as a receipt. You should always keep a hard copy of your receipt for your tax records. A canceled check or credit card receipt is no longer allowed for any donation greater than $250. It is a good policy to obtain a receipt for any donation you make and most charities will issue one automatically. Read the entire FAQ at networkforgood.org.