Every Great Performance Needs a Leader.
​Every Great Choir Needs You.

Individual supporters are the heart of the Santa Clara Chorale. In fact, direct contributions from community members like you account for over 40% of our annual income—far exceeding ticket sales. Whether you want to make an immediate impact, maximize your contribution through a tax-smart strategy, or ensure our music continues for generations to come, there are many ways to support our mission.

Explore the options below to find the giving method that works best for you.
Make an Instant Impact Today
The quickest and most direct way to support the Santa Clara Chorale is through our secure online donation portal. Whether you choose a one-time contribution or set up a recurring gift, your support immediately goes to work funding our performances and community programs.
  • One-Time Gift: Support our current season with a single tax-deductible donation.
  • Recurring Giving: Provide steady, reliable funding by scheduling automatic gifts on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis. Spreading your support throughout the year makes a lasting impact and is easy to set up!
Prefer to give by check?
Please make checks payable to Santa Clara Chorale and mail to:
Santa Clara Chorale
P.O. Box 65, Santa Clara, CA 95052
(Tax ID / EIN: 94-2343427)
Double Your Impact—At No Extra Cost to You
Did you know that thousands of companies match donations made by their employees to 501(c)(3) nonprofits like the Santa Clara Chorale? Many corporate employers will match your tax-deductible gift dollar-for-dollar—and some will even double or triple it! Retired employees and spouses are often eligible as well.
​How It Works:
  • Make Your Gift: Donate to the Santa Clara Chorale online or by check.
  • Search Your Employer: Use your company’s HR or online benefits portal to search for "Santa Clara Chorale."
  • Submit Your Match: Complete a quick matching form (often takes less than 5 minutes!).
Organization Tax ID (EIN): 94-2343427
Tip: Keep your donation receipt handy, as most employer portals will ask for the date and amount of your gift.
Tax-Smart Giving: DAFs & IRA Distributions
​If you manage a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) or are eligible for Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from your IRA, directing a grant to the Santa Clara Chorale is a powerful, tax-efficient way to sustain our choir.

Ways to Direct Your Gift:
  • Donor-Advised Funds (DAF):
    ​Recommend a grant to the Santa Clara Chorale directly through your DAF sponsor (such as Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, BNY Mellon, or Vanguard Charitable).
  • IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD):
    If you are 70½​ or older, you can make a tax-free gift directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA). These transfers can count toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) without increasing your taxable income.

Information for Your DAF Sponsor or Financial Advisor:
Legal Name: Santa Clara Chorale
Tax ID / EIN: 94-2343427
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 65, Santa Clara, CA 95052
Contact Email: [email protected] 
Leave a Lasting Musical Legacy
Including the Santa Clara Chorale in your estate plans ensures that choral music will continue to inspire, educate, and unite our community for generations to come. A legacy gift costs nothing today, but creates a lasting impact for tomorrow.

Simple Ways to Give:
  • Bequests in a Will or Trust:
    Designate a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your estate to the Santa Clara Chorale.
  • Beneficiary Designations:
    Name the Chorale as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), life insurance policy, or bank account. This takes just a few minutes and usually requires no formal legal updates.
  • Endowment & Named Funds:
    Support our future performances, guest artists, or educational outreach program in perpetuity.

Information for Estate Planning:
Legal Name: Santa Clara Chorale
Tax ID / EIN: 94-2343427
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 65, Santa Clara, CA 95052
Sample Language for Your Will:
"I give, devise, and bequeath to Santa Clara Chorale, a nonprofit organization located in Santa Clara, CA (Tax ID: 94-2343427), [the sum of $_____ / ___% of my estate] to be used for its general charitable purposes."

For questions, please contact Executive Director, Maia Thielen, at e[email protected].
In-Kind Gifts & Services
Beyond financial contributions, your gifts of goods and services help keep our music playing! We welcome in-kind support such as professional services, event hosting, printing, catering, and performance supplies.
The Santa Clara Chorale is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; in-kind contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Have a service or item you'd like to donate?
Contact Us to Discuss an In-Kind Gift

Every Voice Matters. Every Gift Counts.

Whether making a one-time gift or leaving a legacy bequest, your generosity directly powers
​our concert season, youth outreach, and pursuit of choral excellence in Silicon Valley.
The Santa Clara Chorale is funded in part by grants from SVCreates, in partnership with the County of Santa Clara, and from the Mission City Community Fund. We wish to extend our gratitude for their generosity and support.