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Encore Circle

Join the Encore Circle  

The Encore Circle honors those who have included Colburn in their estate plans. By making a planned gift, you help ensure that future generations of young artists continue to have access to the excellence and opportunity that define Colburn. 

Colburn has been honored to be designated beneficiary of several estates, and we are always grateful to extend these legacy gifts to future generations. It is especially meaningful to hear what inspires our planned gift donors, like these recent remarks:

“Getting to know and support the students has been truly inspiring. Through my planned gift, I know I’ll always be part of this mission to help more young people share their music and bring inspiration to the world.”
Mimi Rotter

“To see and hear the exquisite achievements of the Colburn students, and the equally exquisite care with which they’re prepared for their own lives and careers in music, moves me beyond words. The same care permeates every aspect of the School’s operations and programs. Colburn is an oasis of beauty in today’s world, and I’m proud to help assure that it endures long into the future.” 
Erica Clark

 

What is a Planned Gift?

A planned gift is a philanthropic commitment made through your will or estate plan. It extends your support beyond your lifetime to the people and causes you care most about. Planned gifts protect your assets and may provide financial benefits such as tax savings, helping you achieve both personal and charitable goals. 

Planned gifts can take many forms, including: 

  • A specific dollar amount in your will or revocable trust (a bequest) 
  • A percentage of your estate after other provisions are met (a residuary bequest) 
  • Retirement assets, such as an IRA distribution 
  • Securities, real estate, or other property


Sample bequest language 
 

If you wish to include Colburn in your will or living trust, here is wording to share with your advisor: 

“I give [___________dollars] or [a specific asset, such as securities, real estate, or other property] or [all] or [___________ percent of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate] to the Colburn School (tax ID 95-2501387), located in Los Angeles, California [for the benefit of its general purposes] or [for the following purpose: ________].” 

 

Let’s Start the Conversation

Planning for your financial future can bring peace of mind for you and the people you love. If you would like to talk about how a future gift to Colburn might fit into your plans, we would be happy to connect. Every conversation is confidential and without obligation.  

Have you already included Colburn in your plans? Please let us know! We would be delighted to thank you, ensure your gift is used exactly as you intend, and welcome you to the Encore Circle. 

Contact the Philanthropy Department at philanthropy@colburnschool.edu or 213-621-4535.