Ways to Support
“In Massachusetts, [the arts are] a $30 billion industry…three times the size of transportation, larger than construction, and on par with retail. That’s a significant impact.”
– Michael Bobbitt, 2026 Artrageous Gala Stewardship of the Arts Honoree
Because of your support, this year The Umbrella:
- Provided 200+ job opportunities for artists, educators, performers, designers, technicians, and creatives
Supported five emerging artists with studio space, exhibition opportunities, and a creative community - Presented a Boston Globe-featured exhibition of astral photography (Ancient Light)
- Welcomed a record number of campers to our summer programs
- Earned six nominations and one win (Johnny Shea, Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical) for our production of tick, tick...BOOM! from the Boston Theatre Critics' Association
- Sold out Stage Company performances of To Kill a Mockingbird and Hairspray
- Provided 400 complimentary tickets to students and educators for Performing Arts programming
- Served over 30,000 learners, audiences, and community members
Each of these milestones represents something deeper: opportunities for artists to grow, pathways to access paved, stories brought vividly to life, and shared experiences that strengthen our community.
As we approach the final days of our fiscal year, we invite you to help sustain our momentum. Your gift today ensures that we keep the arts vibrant and accessible for all.
Make a secure gift online today or mail your contribution to:
The Umbrella Arts Center
40 Stow Street
Concord, MA 01742
Thank you for helping keep the arts vibrant and accessible for all.
Leadership Giving
Leadership Donors who contribute $1,000 or more annually provide critical support that sustains The Umbrella's mission and future growth.
Leadership donors receive special opportunities to deepen their connection to The Umbrella and experience the impact of their philanthropy firsthand.
To learn more, contact Katie Cimet at Katie@TheUmbrellaArts.org.
Other Ways to Give
Donate through a Corporate/Employer Matching Gift Program
Many companies and employers have matching-gift programs, doubling (or in some cases even tripling) donations their employees make to a favorite charity. The Umbrella, a non-profit arts center, is a 501(c)(3) organization and eligible for matching gift contributions. Download Information Sheet for Employer Donor/Volunteer Matching Programs.
If you or your employer have any questions, please contact Katie Cimet at Katie@TheUmbrellaArts.org for more information.
Recommend a grant from your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)
A donor-advised fund (DAF) provides donors with a centralized charitable giving vehicle. Through a donor-advised fund, you can allocate a charitable gift each year and take an immediate tax deduction. Commonly used donor-advised funds include Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, Vanguard Charitable, National Philanthropic Trust, and BNY Mellon, among many others. Recommend a gift to The Umbrella or contact Katie Cimet at Katie@TheUmbrellaArts.org for more information.
Donate a Securities Gift
The Umbrella gratefully welcomes gifts of securities, and provides guidelines and contacts to minimize delays and expenses. Download Information Sheet About Donating Securities. Please contact Katie Cimet at Katie@TheUmbrellaArts.org for help or more information.
Make a Gift in Honor of Someone Special
The Umbrella will gladly help you target your gift for a specific purpose or as a tribute to a particular person. For help, please contact Katie Cimet at Katie@TheUmbrellaArts.org for more information.
Support us as a Business Partner
We are pleased to work with several organizations who wish to show their commitment to the arts and reach out to The Umbrella Arts community. Contact Katie Cimet at Katie@TheUmbrellaArts.org for details about opportunities and benefits of support through our Business Partners Program.
Consider a Bequest
A bequest can be an easy and satisfying gift to make—it costs nothing now but can have enormous future impact. One of The Umbrella’s largest gifts to date was an unexpected bequest that served as the catalyst for our Building the Arts campaign! We welcome bequests of many types and all sizes. Your gift can take the form of:
- a specific amount
- a specific asset, such as property or securities
- a percentage of your estate
A bequest gift may recognize a loved one or an influential artist, benefit a specific activity or program, or serve as a general and important investment in the future of the arts in our community. To learn more about making a bequest, please contact Katie Cimet at Katie@TheUmbrellaArts.org.
Purchase Art Supplies That Give Back to The Umbrella
For the many artists in our community who purchase art supplies from Blick, consider bookmarking and shopping through The Umbrella Arts Center's Affiliate Link. For each purchase, Blick will share a small commission to support The Umbrella.
Thank you for all you do to support the arts and The Umbrella!
OUR DEVELOPMENT TEAM
978.371.0820
Director of Development: Katie Cimet x201
Development Associate: TBA
Event Manager: Cassandra Dozet x213
