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Make a general gift to advance USITT's ability to provide essential training, professional development and lifelong learning opportunities.
Choose a particular fund(s) to direct your gift toward by reading more about specific funds below.
Every year USITT raises money to support member services and programming and to enhance its ability to provide lifelong learning and professional development opportunities. Your contributions help USITT fund research and development projects, recognize and reward member accomplishments, promote health and safety in the industry, and support the vital work of building a more inclusive design and technology community. Thank you!
If you want to support multiple funds, you will need to enter a separate donation for each fund. Should you have any questions or encounter any stumbling blocks making your contribution through our online system, please contact Cassie Nelson, Donor Concierge, at (315) 728-2516 or via email.
Give to Separate Funds
ADVANCING USITT
Supports member services and programming, advancing USITT's ability to provide training, professional development, and lifelong learning opportunities.
EDWARD F. KOOK FUND FOR RESEARCH
Helped the development of LED lighting for the entertainment industry. Supports current research on virtual textiles and high speed braking for entertainment applications. Also funds Innovation Research Grants projects for the entertainment industry.
NEW CENTURY FUND FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Supports initiatives for the next generation of design and technology professionals, including funding of the Young Designers, Managers, & Technicians Awards.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND
Supports continuing education opportunities for professionals.
RIGGING SAFETY FUND
Provides safety inspections and training for US secondary schools. RSI has already improved stage safety at more than 120 secondary schools impacting more than 150,000 students.
SAMUEL SCRIPPS INTERNATIONAL FUND
Provides assistance for USITT's work abroad including the Prague Quadrennial.
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Advances the next generation of leadership in the arts.
TAYNESHIA JEFFERSON FUND FOR INCLUSION
The Tayneshia Jefferson Fund for Inclusion is the cornerstone of USITT's efforts to grow opportunities for underrepresented populations in design and technology. Through programs such as the Gateway Program, we help promising individuals develop their network, gain confidence in their ability, and open doors to advance their careers.
THE COLLIER ROBERT WOODS SCHOLARSHIP
Supports African-American and Black students with interests in lighting design and, or, theatre production, technology, and associated theatrical fields.
USITT Future Fund
The USITT Fund grows to support projects for the future of USITT. Gifts are restricted and only the investment growth of this fund is used.
Alternatively, you may make a general gift by clicking the button below.
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By Mail
You may mail your gift to:
USITT
ATTN: Development Department
225 Greenfield Parkway, Suite 205
Liverpool, NY 13088
Other
To make your gift using a stock transfer, IRA distribution or other payment method, or to develop a multi-year payment plan for your gift, please contact Cassie Nelson.
Legacy Giving
USITT Planned Giving and the USITT Loft Block Society
Every rigging system, manual or motorized, requires Loft Blocks. They support, guide, and provide the proper function of the entire system as it moves. So, like the loft block, the people who make gifts through their wills and estates help ensure the Institute will have the support it needs to continue to flourish for decades to come.
People who have made gifts to USITT through their wills and estates are included in the Loft Block Society. Their support ensures the Institute will continue to rise for many years to come.
If you would like to be recognized as part of the Loft Block Society, we need only know that you’ve made arrangements for USITT as part of your estate plans. An attorney or financial advisor should guide you to make certain you get the most from your estate plans.
Planned gifts that make an impact while you are living include:
- Life Insurance Policies
- Temporary Gifts of Securities or Property
- Charitable Remainder Trusts
Gifts that make an impact after you pass include:
- Bequests
- Life Insurance Policies
- Retirement Account Beneficiaries
- Temporary Gifts
To learn more or make a planned gift or support multiple funds, please contact Donor Concierge, Cassie Nelson.
The United States Institute for Theatre Technology is a 501(c)3 corporation (Tax ID #13-6216921). Gifts to all funds are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Required charitable disclosure statements may be found in the footer of any page on usitt.org.