WAYS TO GIVE

The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra’s artistic, education, and community programs would not be possible without the generous support of individuals and community partners. Every gift makes a difference and helps to secure a strong, vibrant future for the LPO.


Give via Check or Credit Card

Support your LPO over the phone by calling our office at 504.523.6530 to donate with a credit card.

Mail a check (payable to Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra) to:
Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra
2533 Columbus Street, Suite 202
New Orleans, LA 70119

Qualified Charitable Distributions

Beginning at age 70 and a half, you can request a tax-free gift to the LPO through qualified charitable distributions from your IRA. Check with your financial advisor to see if this method of giving is right for you. Gifts should be directed to the address above; our tax ID is 72-1189023.

Gifts of Securities

You may have your bank or broker wire transfer the securities directly into the LPO’s account at Raymond James. It is the LPO’s policy to sell all securities immediately upon receipt.

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Account Name: Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, 550MF318
Attention: Kevin Phillips

Double Your Gift

A matching gift from your employer can double or even triple the size of your individual gift. Current organizations with matching gift programs include AIG, Bank of America, Capital One, Chevron, Entergy, ExxonMobil, Regions, Shell, FreeportMcMoRan, Textron, and UBS. Ask your employer if a matching gift program is available today.

Instrument Donation

We accept donations of new and gently used instruments in playable and good cosmetic condition, as well as instrument accessories, for students in our LPO Academy music mentorship program. Your donation makes orchestral music instruction accessible to hundreds of students in the Greater New Orleans area! Please visit our instrument donation form to get started.