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Supporting the Basie Center for Future Generations

For a century, the Count Basie Center for the Arts has inspired audiences, nurtured young talent, and served as a cultural cornerstone of our community. Much of this enduring success is thanks to our philanthropic supporters who have chosen to include the Basie Center in their long-term giving plans.

By making a planned gift, you are creating a legacy to ensure that creativity, arts education, accessibility, and community outreach continues to thrive for future generations, while also achieving meaningful financial and tax benefits for yourself and your loved ones.

Planned gifts help ensure the Basie Center will continue to elevate the performing arts, arts education, and community engagement for generations to come.

Your legacy can keep the spotlight shining—today and for decades to come.
A Planned Giving Donor Story

Karen Siciliano
“When construction was completed, I wanted to make a gift to honor my family’s lifelong connection to Red Bank. A planned gift allowed me to make a larger, more transformative commitment to the Basie Center. With deep roots in our community and a vision for a vibrant and inspired tomorrow, I was proud to invest in the future of the Count Basie Center for the Arts. A planned gift today, ensures a promising tomorrow.”

Ways to Make a Lasting Impact

You can support the Count Basie Center of the Arts in many ways beyond traditional cash contributions. Below are several types of planned gifts that can be tailored to your personal goals and financial situation:

  • Bequests
  • Life Income Gifts (Charitable Gift Annuities & Trusts)
  • Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
  • Charitable Lead Trusts
  • Beneficiary Designations
  • IRA Charitable Rollovers
  • Gifts of Appreciated Securities
  • Crypto Currency
  • Real Estate
  • Personal Property
The Count Basie Center for the Arts does not provide legal or financial advice. Please consult your professional advisors to discuss your personal legacy plans.

Planned Giving FAQs:

  • 45% of bequests are created by individuals younger than 55
  • 15% of all planned gifts are by those younger than 45
  • Average gift amount: $75,000
  • Planned gifts are typically 200 to 300 times larger than a donor’s largest annual gift
  • Benefits to you:
    • Create a meaningful legacy
    • Doesn’t require cash now
    • Allows you to give more than you thought possible
    • Achieve significant tax advantages
A planned gift allows us to celebrate your generosity now, while securing the Basie Center’s future

Let’s Talk About Your Legacy

To learn more or begin a confidential conversation, please contact:

Lysa Israel
Senior Director of Development
Count Basie Center for the Arts
[email protected] | 732-224-8778 x128