Frequently Asked Questions for Donors

• How much should I give? Is there a minimum?
• Are you able to designate a gift to a specific purpose?
• When do I receive my tax receipt?
• I have lost my Donor Acknowledgement Letter with my contribution information, and I need it for my taxes.
• How am I acknowledged for my giving?
• I gave a gift last year. Why wasn’t it in the Summer Festival Program?
• How do I give a gift of Appreciated Stock?
• How do I make a planned gift from my estate?
• What is Central City Opera's Federal Tax ID number?

How much should I give? Is there a minimum?
All donations of any size are welcome and appreciated.

Are you able to designate a gift to a specific purpose?
Many gifts can be designated. Please contact the Development Department at 303-331-7015 to let them know your desired purpose.

When do I receive my tax receipt?
Tax receipts or Donor Acknowledgement Letters usually are mailed within 10 – 14 business days.

I have lost my Donor Acknowledgement Letter with my contribution information, and I need it for my taxes.
Please contact the Development Office at 303-331-7014, and we will send a copy of your Donor Acknowledgement Letter to you.

How am I acknowledged for my giving?
Donors are recognized in the Summer Festival Program, and often in other periodicals Central City O produce. Donor Acknowledgement Letters are issued for all eligible donations.

I gave a gift last year. Why wasn’t it in the Summer Festival Program?
Due to printing deadlines and schedules, the Summer Festival Program recognizes gifts that are received between May 1st of the prior year and April 30th of the current year.

How do I give a gift of Appreciated Stock?
Electronic transfer is the most secure and expedient delivery process available for making your gift of Appreciated Securities. Contact Barbara Walton, Major Gifts Officer, at 303-331-7023 for transfer instructions.

How do I make a planned gift from my estate?
There are a variety of ways to make planned gifts, often with significant tax advantages to you and your family. It is recommended that you discuss this with your accountant and/or financial advisor. Legacy gifts to the Central City Opera are recognized through the Yellow Rose Society. For more information, contact Barabara Walton at 303-331-7023.

Federal Tax Information
Central City Opera House Association is a public charity exempt from income, gift and estate taxes under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Its federal tax identification number is 84-6002285.