If you are 70 ½ years old or older, you can donate up to $100,000 annually from your IRA directly to LUX Center for the Arts without paying income taxes on the distribution. This allows you to see the impact of your generosity today while advancing the legacy you wish to leave.

By creating an endowment or contributing to an existing one, you provide lasting support for LUX Center for the Arts. The principal of the fund is invested, and a portion of the earnings is used each year to sustain our mission.

When you donate appreciated real estate that you have owned for more than one year, you may qualify for a federal income tax deduction while avoiding capital gains tax.

A Donor-Advised Fund is like a charitable savings account. You can transfer cash or other assets to a tax-exempt sponsoring organization, such as a community foundation, and recommend which charities to support at your convenience. You qualify for a federal income tax deduction at the time of your contribution.

A memorial or tribute gift is a meaningful way to honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion while supporting LUX Center for the Arts.

Donating appreciated securities (stocks, bonds, or mutual funds) held for at least one year allows you to receive a charitable deduction for the full fair market value while avoiding capital gains tax.

LUX Center for the Arts accepts stock gifts through the Lincoln Community Foundation (LCF). If you do not have an expendable Donor-Advised Fund at LCF, you can contact them at info@lcf.org to set up a free fund with no required minimum balance. LCF will provide instructions for transferring stock, and once deposited, you can immediately direct the funds to LUX Center for the Arts. The process typically takes about a week.