Contact our development team to learn how to support The Ringling and its mission!
Michelle Young
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Michelle Young first joined The Ringling in 2016 and is now the Director of Development, where she assists donors with making major ($50,000+) and legacy gifts. She also manages The Ringling Legacy Society and collaborates with individuals who want to donate artwork to the museum. Says Michelle, “I love being able to dream with people and help them to align their philanthropic passions with the museum’s needs and priorities.” Michelle has a breadth of experience at arts institutions across the country and over a decade working in philanthropy.
Get in touch with Michelle if you’re interested in making a major gift, donating artwork, or leaving a planned gift for The Ringling.
Director of Development
(941) 374-0214
michelle.young@ringling.fsu.edu
Blair Kirkwood
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Senior Associate Director of Development
(941) 376-2606
blair.kirkwood@ringling.fsu.edu
Michelle Young first joined The Ringling in 2016 and is now the Director of Development, where she assists donors with making major ($50,000+) and legacy gifts. She also manages The Ringling Legacy Society and collaborates with individuals who want to donate artwork to the museum. Says Michelle, “I love being able to dream with people and help them to align their philanthropic passions with the museum’s needs and priorities.” Michelle has a breadth of experience at arts institutions across the country and over a decade working in philanthropy.
Get in touch with Michelle if you’re interested in making a major gift, donating artwork, or leaving a planned gift for The Ringling.
Director of Development
(941) 374-0214
michelle.young@ringling.fsu.edu
Senior Associate Director of Development
(941) 376-2606
blair.kirkwood@ringling.fsu.edu
Annual Giving
The Annual Fund provides important unrestricted operating resources for our programs, exhibitions, and conservation of the collection. These gifts touch every facet of the institution, from the upkeep and maintenance of galleries and public spaces, to the community and education programs that inspire hundreds of thousands each year. Gifts to the Annual Fund may be tax deductible as allowed by law.
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Planned Gifts
By remembering The Ringling when making plans for your own estate, you can help ensure that John and Mable’s legacy—and your own—will long endure. Planned giving is often the best way to support causes that matter to you.
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Sponsors
The commitment of our sponsors makes possible the many exhibitions, programs, and community outreach programs that enrich the lives of our members, visitors and the community. Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact: blair.kirkwood@ringling.fsu.edu
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Matching Gifts
Match your gift and increase your impact! Did you know that many employers will double your gift to The Ringling by matching your contribution dollar for dollar or more? With your employer’s help, you can double the impact of your support. Companies will often match the gifts of retirees as well.
Next Steps:
- Ask your human resources department about your company’s matching gift policy.
- If your company participates, send the completed form to The Ringling with your donation.
- Your company sends the matching gift to The Ringling once they receive our verification.
Mail all gifts and forms to:
The Ringling
Attn: Matching Gifts, Development Office
5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota, FL 34243
Questions? contact annualgiving@ringling.org.
Gifts to the Collection
Through the generosity of individuals and organizations, The Ringling continues to grow, assuring that our collection represents a global spectrum of the visual arts and cultural artifacts. Read on to learn how we determine whether a donation is appropriate for the collection.
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