Our work is made possible by the generosity of donors like you. 

Below, we have included some information on different ways to support our work through charitable giving. If you have any questions about supporting our work, please contact us at development@garrisoninstitute.org or (845) 424-4800.

The Garrison Institute is headquartered in Garrison, NY, and is a 501(c)(3) organization. Our EIN is 01-0597067, and all donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. 

For more information on planned giving and legacy gifts, please contact us directly.

Online Giving

Online donations can be made here. If you have questions about giving online, or would like to designate your gift in support of one of our initiatives, please email development@garrisoninstitute.org or call (845) 424-4800.

By Mail

Checks can be made out to “Garrison Institute” and sent to our mailing address:

Garrison Institute
ATTN: Development
PO Box 532
14 Mary’s Way, Route 9D
Garrison, NY 10524

Donor-Advised Funds

Many of our donors recommend contributions from their donor-advised funds, and it’s a great way to support our work and advance your philanthropic objectives. Our EIN is 01-0597067, and we invite you to let us know how we can support your contributions.

Matching Gifts from Employers

Many employers match tax-deductible charitable contributions made by their employees – which increases the impact of your gift to the Garrison Institute. Ask your employer’s HR team about options to match your charitable contributions, and let us know how we can help!

IRA Transfer

You may be eligible to make a tax-efficient, charitable contribution from your IRA in support of our work. Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD) aren’t treated as taxable income, and the withdrawal can count toward your annual required minimum distribution. 

To make an IRA charitable contribution to the Garrison Institute, you must be 70 ½ years or older and the transfer must be made directly from a traditional IRA account by your IRA custodian. Contributions made payable to “Garrison Institute” and issued to our mailing address; contact your IRA custodian to begin the process. Our EIN is 01-0597067.

Donate Stock or Mutual Fund

As a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization, the Garrison Institute can sell stocks or mutual funds without tax consequences. Your gift of stock or mutual funds helps us to advance our mission.

Please contact us directly or connect us to your broker, and we can provide our information for your donation of stock or mutual funds.


To learn more about ways you can support the Institute through a charitable vehicle, please contact us at development@garrisoninstitute.org.