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Can I designate my gift for a specific purpose?

Yes. You may designate your gift to a WRHS facility, specific program, or toward our general endowment. Your undesignated gift will be used where needed most.

Are my gifts to Western Reserve Historical Society tax-deductible?

Yes. Western Reserve Historical Society is a nonprofit, tax-exempt, 501(c)3 organization. Your gift is tax-deductible, to the full extent of the law. If you have received goods or services in exchange for your gift (i.e. purchasing an auction item), the value of those goods or services is deducted from the total amount of your gift for the tax-deductible portion of your gift.

How should I make my check payable and where do I mail it?

Please make your check payable to: Western Reserve Historical Society. It may be mailed to WRHS; 10825 East Boulevard; Cleveland, OH 44106. You may also make a secure, online donation

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Who should I notify of a gift of stock?

Answer If you are interested in gifting securities or other funds to Western Reserve Historical Society, please contact Glenn Anderson Jr., Senior Vice President of Advancement at 216-721-5722 x1401 or email gandersonjr@wrhs.org.

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Western Reserve Historical Society
Advancement Office
10825 East Boulevard
Cleveland OH 44106

Do you accept in-kind donations?

Some in-kind donations are accepted. Please contact Glenn Anderson Jr., Senior Vice President of Advancement at 216-721-5722 x1401 or email Glenn Anderson, Jr., Senior Vice President of Advancement to discuss the item you wish to donate.

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Who should I contact to discuss specific questions about making a gift to Western Reserve Historical Society?

Please call Glenn Anderson Jr., Senior Vice President of Advancement at 216-721-5722 x1401 or by email

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Western Reserve Historical Society is the oldest cultural institution in Northeast Ohio, the region's largest American history research center, and one of the leading genealogical research centers in the nation.

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Cleveland History Center
10825 East Boulevard
Cleveland, Ohio 44106 ↗

Phone
(216) 721-5722

Hours
Thursday: 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Friday, Saturday, & Sunday: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

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