Ways to Donate

Thank you for supporting Art Works Downtown, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Art Works Downtown’s mission is to provide an environment where visual arts thrive for the well-being of our community. Your support makes this mission a reality every day. More than a historic building, AWD creates a setting that fosters unity, belonging, collaboration, and creativity –– all elements of a thriving and healthy arts community –– OUR community.

Your generosity will have an enormous local impact. Simply put, art works downtown because of you. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

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Join Our Leadership Circle

We invite you to join AWD’s Leadership Circle by donating $1000 or more if you are able to ensure that the visual arts thrive for the well-being of our entire community.

All donations are valued and greatly appreciated! See the list of all our donors whose generosity makes AWD’s mission possible. 

Use a Credit Card

Write a Check

Mail your donation to:
Art Works Downtown, 1337 Fourth Street, San Rafael, CA 94901

Donate Stock

Making a gift of securities is easy, and has many tax benefits. To donate stock or other securities, please contact Elisabeth Setten at 415.451.8119x702.

Donate through your Donor Advised Fund

Making a gift through your donor-advised fund (DAF) is a convenient way to support Leadership Circle SMC. Please contact Elisabeth Setten at 415.451.8119x702.

Employee Matching Gift Program

Your company may match your donation to our organization. Please submit a match form provided by you or your spouse's employer. 

Become an Event Sponsor

Please contact Elisabeth Setten at 415.451.8119x702.

Make a Legacy Gift

Please contact Elisabeth Setten at 415.451.8119x702.

Donor Privacy Statement

Art Works Downtown respects your privacy. We protect your personal information and adhere to all legislative requirements with respect to protecting privacy. We do not rent, sell or trade our mailing lists and email lists, nor do we send letters on behalf of other organizations. Your name, address, and the other information you provide will be used to support our programs, and to keep you informed of AWD’s activities. If you have questions or would like to update or remove your information, contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.