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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 site to make your donation online. Please visit the Special Olympics Online Donation Page and use your Visa, MasterCard, AMEX or Discover card to make a secure online donation.
The gift designation is the second step of the donation process. Please choose "A Special Olympics Program in this state" then select Massachusetts from the drop-down field to allocate 100% of funds donated go directly to SOMA.
Donate by Mail
To send your donation by mail, please mail your check to:
Special Olympics Massachusetts
Attn: Donations
Yawkey Sports Training Center
512 Forest Street
Marlborough, MA 01752
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, 508-485-0986 Ext. 230.
The Champions' Tribute Wall
The Champions’ Tribute Wall 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’ Tribute Wall will be engraved with your name and be placed on the wall of the gymnasium. The cost of a medallion is $500. Click here to purchase a tribute medallion online.
To learn more about The Champions’ Tribute Wall, please click here for a brochure, or contact Danielle Maxwell at 508-485-0986 Ext. 245
or via e-mail.
2011 Boston Marathon
Special Olympics Massachusetts has had a long relationship with the BAA and their charitable program and once again, SOMA has several numbers for the 2011 Boston Marathon. Click here to donate to our marathon runners. For more information, please contact Nick Savarese via e-mail or call 508-485-0986 Ext. 217.
For more information regarding any development initiative, please contact Jon Muskrat, Vice President for Marketing and Development, at 508-485-0986 Ext. 230 or via e-mail.
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