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Private philanthropy is the foundation of every nonprofit organization, including Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA). SOMA is a grassroots organization that relies on the generosity of Massachusetts businesses, organizations, foundations and individuals to make the difference for athletes. All gifts may be restricted to a particular area in the sports program or left unrestricted to help the area of greatest need within the organization.
Individual Giving
Donate Online
SOMA recognizes the need to provide donors with easy methods of making contributions. We are pleased to offer you a secure site to make your donation online. Please visit the Special Olympics Online Donation Page and use your Visa, MasterCard AMEX or Discover card.
Note: To allocate 100% of funds donated go directly to SOMA, please chose Massachusetts as Fund Recipient.
Donate by Mail
To send your donation by mail, please mail your check to:
Special Olympics Massachusetts
Attn: Donations
450 Maple Street, Building 1
Danvers, MA 01923
Honoring a Loved One
A commemorative gift to Special Olympics Massachusetts adds extra meaning to special events such as winning a medal, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, retirements, thanking a colleague, or memorializing a loved one while supporting the continuance of vital sports programs and services to our community.
Planned Giving
Planned giving options can help you maximize the personal benefits of your charitable giving, such as providing for your family, friends and yourself while allowing you to make charitable contributions that you might have thought to be impossible.
With careful planning, it is possible to reduce or eliminate income taxes, including capital gains tax, and transfer taxes, gift, estate, inheritance and generation skipping taxes. You can enjoy these tax savings while turning appreciated assets into income for yourself and others. Planned giving is a tool that helps you achieve your goals for SOMA and enhance your financial plans and security.
Corporate Partnerships
Whether it is a year-round Partnership or an event specific sponsorship, companies have the opportunity to enhance their image, introduce new products, strengthen business and shareholder relationships, as well as boost employee morale. Partnering with SOMA provides a secure gateway to the Massachusetts community.
Local and regional marketers can tap into the vast sales and marketing power of Special Olympics Massachusetts at the highest level. Our top-level partnership packages are designed with one goal in mind: to exponentially raise the sales bar for our Corporate Partners.
Double or Triple Your Contribution - Employer Matching Gifts
Many companies match charitable contributions made by their employees. Ask your employer if they offer a matching gifts program (most do!) then simply obtain the form, fill out the information and send it in with your donation -- we do the rest! Often times retired employees or spouses can take advantage of this method of giving a donation. A matched gift is the easiest way to increase the impact of your gift.
Fundraising Events
Fundraising events offer a way everyone can get involved to support SOMA. Whether you are looking for a great team building exercise or an opportunity to spend time with the family, SOMA’s three signature events do just that. Come out an experience one of our three signature events
Wishlist/In-Kind Donations
In-kind donations are donations of products or services, other than cash or appreciated property, to be used by the organization.
For more information please contact: Jon Muskrat, VP of Marketing and Development, 978-774-1501 ext 230.
The Champions' Tree
The Champions’ Tree is a one-of-a-kind tribute to be displayed in the Yawkey Sports Training Center gymnasium as a stunning work of art. Medallions purchased for The Champions’ Tree will be engraved with your name and be placed on the wall of the gymnasium.
To learn more about The Champions’ Tree click here or to purchase a medallion for $500 fill out this form. For more information, please contact Danielle Maxwell at 978-774-1201 x 245 or via e-mail.
2009 Boston Marathon
Join Team SOMA at the 2009 Boston Marathon!
John Hancock has graciously donated two (2) runner-numbers to SOMA for the 2009 Boston Marathon. If you would like to run the marathon while raising funds for SOMA, please fill out and return the attached registration form by January 1. We would like interested individuals to commit to raise $10,000. However, we will review all applicants who commit to raise at least $3,000. SOMA will review all applicants and choose two candidates who demonstrate commitment to SOMA’s mission and an ability to raise funds.
SOMA will provide the chosen team members with on-line fundraising tools and a personal trainer to form a training plan and to consult with throughout the training process. If you are interested, please fill out this form and return to…
Special Olympics Massachusetts
ATTN: Nick Savarese
450 Old Maple Street, Building One
Danvers, MA 01923-4009
For more information please contact: Jon Muskrat, Vice President for Marketing and Development, at 978-774-1501 ext 230 or via e-mail.
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