Gifts of Stock

Marin Symphony accepts gifts of publicly traded stocks, bonds and mutual funds, that you may consider a tax-wise method of contribution. As with any gift, please consult your tax advisor for exact tax benefits of your charitable contribution, and keep copies of all correspondence for your records.
Marin Symphony EIN#: 94-6104150
Communications and questions about your gifts can be directed to Development Director, Nuri Kye(415) 578-9028

Gifts of Appreciated Stock:

Please inform your banker or broker that you would like to make this gift, and you will be advised of the specific procedures at your bank or brokerage firm. To make a gift of appreciated stock, you will need the following information:
  • Marin Symphony EIN#: 94-6104150
  • Marin Symphony Account Number at Charles Schwab & Company: 8753-1984
  • Charles Schwab DTC number: 0164
  • Charles Schwab Local Telephone Number: (415) 945-6464

Stocks or Bonds:

Held by Your Banker or Broker
You may deliver the stock or bond certificate to your banker or broker with a letter of instruction to transfer the certificate to the Marin Symphony. Click here for a Sample Letter for requesting such a transfer.
Stock or Bonds in Your Possession
If you do not have a banker or broker for the purposes of this gift, you may mail the stock or bond certificate registered in your name to the Marin Symphony. The certificate must be accompanied by a stock power that you have signed in the presence of a notary. The stock power must be signed exactly as your name is listed on the face of the certificate.

Send the certificate by registered mail (with return receipt if you need proof of delivery) and the stock power, under separate cover, by first class mail. Upon receipt, your gift will be recorded and the certificate sent to the Marin Symphony’s broker for immediate disposition.

Mutual Funds:

Held by Your Banker or Broker
Most mutual funds have an 800# for shareholder questions. Contact the company for their specific procedures about writing your letter of instruction. Your fund may require a signature guarantee on your letter.
Mutual Funds Held by the Fund
The usual procedure is to send a written request to the fund. Click here for a Sample Letter for requesting such a transfer. This material should be sent by certified mail (with return receipt for proof of delivery), and you may send a copy of your gift letter to the Marin Symphony as notification of your gift.