American Patrons of the National Library and Galleries of Scotland (APNLGS) is grateful to all of its American contributors whose gifts have underwritten special projects at both the National Library and the National Galleries. Donations may be used to support a wide variety of exhibitions, acquisitions, education programs and research undertaken at the National Library and National Galleries of Scotland. Patrons gifts are especially valuable as they can be directed by the APNLGS Board of Directors to the areas in most current need of support. All gifts are appreciated and used to advance the missions of the American Patrons, the National Library, and the National Galleries.

Supporter up to $499
Supporters will receive regular email updates from the Library and the Galleries along with a copy of each organizations’ annual review.

Member $500 to $1,999
Members will receive invitations to US events and exhibits, assistance when planning a visit to the Library and Galleries in Edinburgh, and copies of the National Galleries of Scotland Patrons Newsletter and the Library’s Discover Magazine.

Patron $2,000 to $4,999
With benefits as above, plus the Annual Reports of both organizations, invitations to openings and private viewing hours, and invitations to join international tours and Patrons’ events in Scotland.

Sustaining Patron $5,000 and above
With benefits as above, plus invitations to the National Galleries annual dinner and the Library annual donor reception, and private curator tours of the collections by arrangement.

APNLGS is a 501(c)(3) organization. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by U.S. law.

Donations by Check

Donations from a Donor Advised Fund (DAF)

If you manage your giving through a Donor-Advised Fund, you can easily recommend a grant to APNLGS.

1. Legal Name: American Patrons of the National Library and Galleries of Scotland, Inc.
2. EIN (Tax ID): 26-1307050

Please note that gifts from DAFs cannot be used for donations that provide benefits, such as gala tickets.

IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions QCD)

If you are age 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA. The Qualified Charitable Distribution can satisfy all or part of your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) for the year, supporting APNLGS while reducing your taxable income. These gifts should be transferred to us directly from your IRA custodian; checks made payable to you do not qualify as QCDs.

Double Your Impact: Corporate Matching

Many employers match charitable donations 1:1 or even 2:1. Check with your HR department or use your company’s giving portal to see if they offer a matching gift program. It’s a simple way to double the reach of your support.

Donations by check may be made payable to American Patrons of the National Library and Galleries and sent to APNLGS at:

American Patrons of the National Library and Galleries, Inc.
572 Valley Road, Unit 43019
Montclair, NJ 07043
+1-973-509-9509

Please note your interest in a particular project either in a covering note or on the memo line.

Donations by Credit Card

Donations by credit card may be made on-line at DonorBox.

Inquiries regarding donations of stock, donations by wire transfer, or any other questions may be directed to:

Emily Grand
Administrator
+1-973-509-9509
egrand@ghspm.com

A copy of the American Patrons’ latest annual report is filed with the New York State Attorney General’s office and may be obtained by writing to APNLGS or to the NYS Attorney General, Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271.