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Legacy Giving

Planned Giving

A planned gift to the National Neon Sign Museum is one of the most meaningful ways to leave a lasting legacy, ensuring that America's neon heritage glows for generations to come.

All gifts are fully tax-deductible. We encourage you to consult with your financial or estate planning advisor.

Planned gifts (sometimes called deferred gifts) are contributions made as part of a donor's financial or estate plan. They may take effect during your lifetime or upon your passing, and they often provide significant financial and tax benefits to you and your family.

The National Neon Sign Museum is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Our EIN is available upon request.

Legacy Societies

Giving Levels & Recognition

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4-figure

Heritage Circle

A foundational gift that helps preserve our collection and fund operations for years to come. Heritage Circle donors are recognized in our annual report and at the museum.

$10,000 - $99,999
Benefits & Recognition
✓Named recognition in the museum's annual donor report
✓Lifetime complimentary museum admission (2 guests)
✓Invitation to exclusive Founders events
✓Personal acknowledgment from museum leadership
✓Oregon Cultural Trust tax credit eligibility
Common Giving Vehicles
→Bequest in will or trust
→Beneficiary designation (IRA, life insurance)
→Gift annuity
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5-figure

Luminary Society

A transformational gift that can fund an entire program, endow an educational initiative, or establish a permanent fund in your name or the name of a loved one.

$100,000 - $999,999
Benefits & Recognition
✓All Heritage Circle benefits
✓Named endowment fund option (scholarship, education, or acquisition)
✓Permanent recognition plaque at the museum
✓Private reception with museum director and board
✓Annual impact report on how your gift is being used
✓Option to name a gallery, program, or exhibit space
Common Giving Vehicles
→Charitable remainder trust (CRT)
→Charitable lead trust (CLT)
→Donor-advised fund (DAF) distribution
→Qualified charitable distribution (QCD) from IRA
Transformational
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6-figure

Founder's Legacy

A landmark gift that shapes the future of the National Neon Sign Museum for generations. Founder's Legacy donors have the opportunity to establish a defining legacy within our institution.

$1,000,000 - $9,999,999
Benefits & Recognition
✓All Luminary Society benefits
✓Naming rights to a major building, wing, or permanent installation
✓Seat at the museum's Founders Advisory Council
✓Custom endowment or restricted fund aligned with your values
✓Annual meeting with the board of directors
✓Recognition in all major museum publications and press materials
✓Life membership for your entire immediate family
✓Dedicated plaque or monument at a location of your choosing within the museum
Common Giving Vehicles
→Charitable remainder unitrust (CRUT)
→Private foundation transfer
→Real estate or property gift
→Stock and securities transfer
→Complex asset gift planning
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7-figure

The Visionary Gift

A once-in-a-generation gift that can transform what the museum is capable of, funding a major capital campaign, a new building, or a permanent endowment that sustains our mission indefinitely.

$10,000,000+
Benefits & Recognition
✓Fully customized recognition and naming opportunity
✓Capital campaign leadership naming rights
✓Partnership in shaping the museum's long-term strategic vision
✓Dedicated estate and gift planning consultation
✓Board seat opportunity (at mutual agreement)
✓National press recognition and cultural legacy
✓Completely tailored benefit package, no two gifts alike
Common Giving Vehicles
→Estate planning partnership
→Endowment establishment
→Capital campaign leadership gift
→Multi-year pledge
Gifts of this magnitude are handled personally by our leadership. We'd be honored to speak with you.
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How to Give

Common Planned Giving Vehicles

We recommend consulting with a financial planner or estate attorney. Our team is happy to provide documentation for any vehicle below.

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Bequest

Include the National Neon Sign Museum in your will or revocable trust. A simple sentence addition is all it takes.

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IRA / Retirement Assets

Naming the museum as a beneficiary of your IRA or 401(k) is one of the most tax-efficient ways to give.

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Charitable Remainder Trust

Receive income for life while making a significant future gift to the museum, and receive an immediate partial tax deduction.

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Real Estate

A gift of real property can be one of the most powerful ways to support our mission while avoiding capital gains tax.

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Donor-Advised Fund

Recommend a distribution from your DAF to support the museum's endowment or a specific program.

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Life Insurance

Name the museum as owner and beneficiary of a life insurance policy for a substantial future gift at relatively low current cost.

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Your Legacy, Illuminated

We're here to answer questions, provide documentation, and work with your advisors to make your gift as meaningful as possible. There's no obligation, just a conversation.