Legacy giving
Through a legacy gift, you can join other passionate supporters in ensuring access to the Museums’ collections, exhibitions and education programs for visitors of all ages and backgrounds for generations to come.
Legion of Honor, San Francisco, 2019. Photograph by Gary Sexton. Image courtesy of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
Make a future gift with a lasting impact
Locally rooted and internationally engaged, the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco connect visitors with local and global art to illuminate the past, speak of the present, and shape the future. Through a legacy gift, you can join other passionate supporters in making art accessible and meaningful to the public for years to come.
Gifts for the future
Gifts in a will or trust
Donations in your will or trust are the most popular type of planned gift. Get help starting your will or trust — for free!
Beneficiary designations
Gifting assets not covered by your will, like 401(k) or IRA accounts, may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold.
Gift of art
We welcome bequests and promised gifts of art.
Legacy Society
Everyone who shares their intention to make a legacy gift is invited to join the Fine Arts Museums’ Legacy Society.
Gifts that pay you back
Charitable gift annuities
Experience the best of both worlds: support our cause while receiving fixed payments for life.
Charitable remainder trusts
Tailor income streams, diversify assets, and leave a lasting legacy through the flexibility of a charitable remainder trust.
Charitable lead trusts
Enhance your giving strategy by providing immediate support to our cause, while safeguarding assets for loves ones later.
Tax-smart gifts
Stocks, securities + mutual funds
Many people love donating stock or mutual funds because it may help them avoid paying capital gains taxes.
Qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) from your IRA
Use your IRA to make tax-free gifts that benefit you and our mission.
Donor-advised funds
Easily recommend grants to the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco for tax-efficient giving.
Real estate
Donate real estate to make a lasting impact, unlocking the hidden potential of your property’s value.
Legacy giving enables future generations to explore and learn about art from around the world here in San Francisco. Thank you for your belief in the Fine Arts Museums and for your support.
Thomas P. Campbell
Director and CEO
Photograph by Henrik Kam. © Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
Our museum experiences over the years have enriched our lives beyond measure. This was the perfect opportunity for us to pay it forward.
Sandy Javaras
Legacy Society member
Photograph by Randy Dodson, courtesy of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
Already included us in your estate plans?
Letting us know is incredibly helpful to our team and helps make sure your gift is used how you want it to be.
Have questions? Get in touch!
Our team is happy to speak with you about your giving goals, confidentially and with no obligation.Name:
Contact us through this form or at plannedgiving@famsf.org.