Legacy & Planned Giving
A lasting way to support Pennsylvania Chautauqua
Many people who love Pennsylvania Chautauqua want to help ensure that it continues to thrive for generations to come — preserving its summer programs, historic buildings, treasured grounds, and natural canopy.
Legacy and planned gifts offer meaningful ways to support the Chautauqua’s mission while aligning with your personal values, family priorities, and long-term goals. These gifts help provide stability and continuity, allowing future generations to enjoy the same sense of community, learning, and beauty that defines Mt. Gretna today.
Other Meaningful Ways to Give
In addition to annual donations, many supporters choose to give in ways that reflect their connection to the Chautauqua and their vision for its future.
Bequests and estate gifts
Include the Pennsylvania Chautauqua Foundation in your will, trust, or estate plan.Gifts of appreciated assets
Donations of securities or other appreciated property may offer tax advantages while supporting the Foundation’s mission.Restricted or designated endowment gifts
Support specific areas of the Chautauqua that matter most to you — such as Summer Programs, Soldiers Field, Historic Buildings & Grounds, or Trees and natural spaces.Honorary or memorial gifts
Celebrate the life or memory of a loved one through a gift that supports the community they cherished.Employer matching gifts
Some employers match charitable contributions, providing an easy way to increase the impact of your gift.
All planned and legacy gifts are managed through the Pennsylvania Chautauqua Foundation, our affiliated 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Building for the Future
Recent seed gifts have helped establish designated endowment funds supporting Summer Programs, Soldiers Field, Historic Buildings and Grounds, and Trees.
These funds provide reliable, long-term support and reflect the community’s commitment to preserving Pennsylvania Chautauqua for generations to come.
Let’s Talk About What Matters to You
Planned giving does not require a large gift or a complex plan. Many meaningful legacies begin with a simple conversation.
We welcome the opportunity to talk with you — or your advisor — about giving options that reflect your interests and values. Conversations are confidential and without obligation.