Contributing to the Arts Council Fund is simple, whether you’re filling out paper forms or using tax preparation tools like Turbo Tax. $1 is the minimum donation. This tutorial takes you through the process.
Marilyn Nielsen
Deputy Director
916.322.6404
Want to help bring arts and arts education to California communities and schools? Contribute to the Arts Council Fund on your annual state tax return! Look for the Arts Council Fund in the “contributions” section.
Tell someone! Facebook. Twitter. Emails. SMS. Neighborhood chats over the fence … let others know. And if you use a little help at tax time, let your tax preparer know you want to contribute to the Arts Council Fund.
Spread the word. Do you work for an organization that can help? Use these tools to get the word out.
Print Ads. Want a print ad for your publication? We have ‘em, in various shapes and sizes. These can be inserted into program flyers, magazines, newsletters and other publications. Contact us if the size isn’t perfect and we’ll resize them on demand, or even add an attribution if you’d like.
Web Ads. These web ads can be easily dropped into pages, blogs, etc. !
Flyers too. We’ve got flyers for you, in b/w or color. Great for posting on community billboards, in coffee shops, work break rooms, etc.
The Franchise Tax Board provides information like what voluntary contributions are allowed this tax year, Frequently Asked Questions about voluntary contributions, and Individual Voluntary Contributions tabulations.
The Legislature passed SB 1076 by Senator Curren Price in 2010 allowing Californians to give to the Arts Council Fund through the “Contributions” section of the state tax return. Donations are tax deductible and support Arts Council programs throughout the state, not administrative costs or overhead. The Arts Council must attain a minimum of $250,000 in contributions annually to remain in the program.
