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A registered charity, the Cecilia Concerts Society depends on donations of all sizes to maintain the high quality of existing programming, create exciting new initiatives, and expand the organization's abilities to bring chamber music to more audiences. Individual donations have helped make hundreds of Cecilia Concerts performances and education programs possible for thirty-five years. Your donation is fully tax-deductible, and you will receive a charitable tax receipt directly from Canada Helps.

Charitable gifts may be designated to our Chamber Music Concert Series, Sensory-Accessible Concert Fund, Bravura Nova Scotia-Cecilia Concerts Scholarship Fund, Composer-In-Residence Program, or our Musician-In-Residence Program.

Charitable Registration Number: 894903012RR0001

Charitable Donations

After completing the Canada Helps donation form below, your transaction will be processed through Canada Help's fully secure server. You may make a charitable donation in any amount using Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Online Debit/Interac, or with a PayPal account. Your donation is fully tax-deductible and you will receive a charitable tax receipt directly from Canada Helps.

You may also make a donation directly from your bank account via INTERAC e-Transfer®‎ to music@ceciliaconcerts.ca, or by mailing a cheque directly to our office, and we will issue a charitable tax receipt. Thank you for your donation!

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Stocks, Securities, and Mutual Funds Donations

The donation of Stocks, Securities, or Mutual Funds will enable you to take advantage of the added tax benefits associated with these types of contributions – instead of selling your stocks, bonds or mutual funds and donating the proceeds, you can eliminate capital gains tax by donating them directly to Cecilia Concerts. To donate Securities or Mutual Funds please click here and complete the steps to facilitate your secure donation via our charitable donations partner Canada Helps. To make a manual donation of these holdings through your financial institution, please contact our Executive Director, Greg Morris, at 902-423-0143 or music@ceciliaconcerts.ca. Thank you for your donation!

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Planned Giving

Estate planning is a meaningful way for you to support your favourite charities. A legacy gift is a profound gesture that ensures future generations can experience the magic of chamber music. For Cecilia Concerts, such a gift helps us grow, engage with the community, and unite world-class artists with local audiences. Additionally, legacy giving can offer tax benefits and increase the value of your estate for your beneficiaries. Legacy gifts are not limited by wealth or age ­– anyone can make a lasting impact.

When you sit down to write or revise your will and reflect on everyone and everything dearest to you, please consider leaving a gift to benefit Cecilia Concerts for generations to come. No matter the size, your bequest is meaningful and can make a real difference in helping us share your love of chamber music. You may also leave a gift through your life insurance policy, or a gift allocated from your RRSP or RRIF.

Your legacy gift allows you to support the charitable and community work you care about most, whether with Cecilia Concerts or other worthy organizations. This support ensures these vital causes thrive now and in the future.

Ways to Create Your Legacy with Cecilia Concerts:

  • Leave a gift in your will: Specify an exact amount or a percentage of your estate.
  • Name Cecilia Concerts Society as a beneficiary: This can include mutual funds, publicly traded stocks, RRSPs, pension plans, or life insurance policies.
  • Consult your financial or estate planning advisor: Include charitable giving in your financial plan.

Please Note: When planning a gift to Cecilia Concerts, please use our full legal name “Cecilia Concerts Society” and our charitable registration number: 894903012RR0001

For more information on planned giving, please contact our Executive Director, Greg Morris, at 902-423-0143 or music@ceciliaconcerts.ca