Support the arts.
Strengthen community.
Open doors to creativity.
Your gift helps the Chehalem Cultural Center provide classes, exhibitions, performances, and scholarships that bring our community together through creativity.
At the Chehalem Cultural Center, 85¢ of every dollar is spent directly on programming.
Ways to Support
Monthly Giving
By becoming a monthly donor, you provide steady support that allows the Chehalem Cultural Center to offer scholarships and keep arts and cultural experiences accessible to our community.
Your monthly gift can help sustain our mission of bridging community and culture.
DAF/IRA
The Chehalem Cultural Center accepts gifts through Donor Advised Funds (DAF) and Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA).
Please note that IRS regulations restrict the use of IRA and DAF gifts for memberships with benefits or event tickets. Consult your tax advisor with questions.
Legacy Gifts
Want to give the gift of the Chehalem Cultural Center to future generations? Let us help you establish your legacy with a planned gift.
In-Kind Donations
We deeply appreciate in-kind donations from individuals and local businesses.
When reaching out, please include a brief description of the item(s) and a photo so we can review your generous offer.
For more information about how to give a gift to the Chehalem Cultural Center,
email our Director of Development, Lindsey Coates or call 503-554-4162.
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Scholarships Awarded in 2024: $15,000
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Community Event Sponsorships in 2024: $24,000
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Sales Generated for Artists in 2024: $35,000
The Impact of Access to the Arts
From his very first music class as a Central School student to performing on the LaJoie Theatre stage, this building has always been a connection to access art and culture for celebrated local musician, Ben Rice.
Double Your Impact
The Chehalem Cultural Center is an Oregon Cultural Trust partner.
That means, if you donate to the CCC this year (or any arts, heritage or humanities nonprofits in Oregon) you are eligible to direct a greater portion of your taxes — taxes you’re going to pay anyway — to support cultural projects in the state with the Cultural Tax Credit.
A Legacy That Lasts
The Chehalem Center Foundation is a nonprofit that manages an endowment to provide lasting support for the Chehalem Cultural Center. Gifts ensure creativity and culture thrive in our community for generations to come.
WHY GIVE?
Sustainability - An endowment provides a permanent source of income for the Center.
Legacy - Planned gifts and tributes allow your support to live on.
Impact - Every contribution strengthens arts, education, and community programs.
Be part of a lasting legacy.
To learn more and get involved, contact Sean Andries, Executive Director of Chehalem Cultural Center.
Have Questions?
We’re happy to talk more about giving to the CCC and how your gift can make an impact!
Contact our Director of Development, Lindsey Coates or call 503-554-4162 to have a conversation.