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Support the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Program to educate the general public, honor the early pioneers and inspire future generations. See the attached pledge form for the contribution levels.

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Giving to the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Program (APAP)

Although the APAP is a Smithsonian program, the vast majority of our funding comes from program-related private and public grants, gifts, sponsorships, and bequeaths. Contributions are tax-deductible in accordance with IRS regulations.

Make A Gift

Since its inception, the (APAP) has relied upon individuals as well as corporations and foundations to help us create Asian and Pacific Islander American initiatives that better reflect the contributions of these communities to the American experience, world cultures, and the understanding of our planet and the natural world.

All donations are tax-deductible. Thank you for your generous support.

APAP does not share its mailing list with other organizations.

You can donate online on our secure website or send a check payable to Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Program (APAP):

Mail to:
APAP c/o Sameen Piracha, Development Specialist
Capital Gallery, Suite 7065
MRC 516, P.O. Box 37012
Washington, DC 20013-7012

Why Sponsor the APAP?

The APAP celebrates our achievements as Americans and provides new perspectives on our cultural heritage. Your gift will enrich the spirit of cultural exchange, knowledge, and learning at the world's largest museum and research complex.

Corporate Sponsorships

Corporations are looking for innovative ways to attract consumers and build brand loyalty. Sponsoring APAP public programming provides strong returns in marketing, PR, brand awareness, and government relations. It also brings national exposure and direct access to consumers for multiple years. The APAP is good for marketing and community engagement, aligning your brand with a proven partner that brings America to the world and show your commitment to cultural democracy, heritage, history, and preservation. In turn, the APAP provides Corporate Sponsors an array of benefits-in an exciting cultural and educational environment.

Foundation Giving

Over the years, the APAP has been fortunate to receive grants from numerous philanthropic foundations.Generous support from private foundations has made it possible for APAP to expand its educational and public programming: workshops for children, seminars, lectures, film series, and music programs.

Matching Gifts Program

Did you know that your company's matching gift program could make your charitable donations go even further? Many companies have programs through which they match the charitable contributions made by their employees.

Through a charitable gift matching program, your employer can multiply your gift APAP — sometimes even doubling or tripling your initial donation! It's a simple way for your gifts to make an even bigger difference.

Three steps to make your charitable gift go further

1. Find out if your company matches employee contributions
2. If the answer is "yes", print or request your company's matching gift form or submit via your workplace intranet.
3. Include the form with your next gift to APAP. Send your completed matching gift form to Sameen Piracha, Development Specialist, at the address above.

If your company does not currently match employee donations, consider asking them to do so.

Here are some examples of companies that offer Matching Gifts Programs:

• Abbott Laboratories
• American Express
• AT&T
• Bank of America
• Cisco
• Google
• IBM
• Merrill Lynch
• Microsoft
• Sun Microsystems
• Verizon Foundation
• Wells Fargo Bank
• Yahoo!

Leave a Legacy

Charitable contributions to the APAP have benefits that last a lifetime. A bequest or life-income gift will support cultural heritage, preservation, celebration, and education for generations to come.

Your legacy can be made in a variety of ways: through a bequest in your will, a charitable gift annuity that returns income for life to you, or a charitable trust. Often, these gifts have dramatic tax and financial rewards for donors.

As a unit of the Smithsonian Institution, the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Program is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Gifts of all denominations are welcomed and may include cash, securities, and other gifts. Unrestricted contributions may be made in any amount, and are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.