YOU can make a difference today!

Make a Gift of Stock 

There can be significant tax advantages when making a

donation of appreciated stock. Please contact Karen Kwan at karen.kwan@cityofpaloalto.org 650-917-3503.

Leave a Legacy

Make a lasting contribution through your estate by way of a bequest, insurance policy, IRA rollover, or charitable remainder trust.

Join our Legacy Society today!

Employer Matching

Want to double the impact of your gift? A contribution can be multiplied through your company’s Matching Gift Program.
Check to see if your company participates

Event Sponsorship

Our special events offer the perfect opportunity for businesses to showcase their products and make a commitment to
​corporate social responsibility. 

Amazon Smile
Shop at Amazon? Select the Palo Alto Art Center Foundation as
your charity and we receive a portion of your sale.
Learn more here 

Volunteer

Learn more about the impact of volunteers
at the Art Center. Ready to get involved?
​ Explore volunteer opportunities.  

The Palo Alto Art Center Foundation relies on the generous support of its community members (just like you!) to expand the reach and impact of the Art Center. Your contribution supports everything we do!


  • Greatest Need—Invest in our mission for everyone to learn, create and be inspired
  • Exhibitions—Provide free admission to 140,000 visitors annually!
  • Cultural Kaleidoscope—Support the artist-in-the school program for 500 children from Palo Alto Unified School District and Ravenswood City School District
  • Project Look- $50 provides art supplies for one class
  • Adult Studios—Donate to support the purchase of materials and equipment in the ceramics, jewelry, painting, and drawing studios


​Additional Ways to Give​

Support our
​creative community!

​More questions? Contact us here!

Members make FREE ADMISSION and many of our programs possible!

Become a Member Today!