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Providing for the Future

The New Century Society recognizes those who have chosen to support the MIA through their wills, estate plans, or life income arrangements. Contributions received as a result of charitable planning help build for the future by supporting the programs and activities of the Institute in perpetuity.

By joining the New Century Society, members will enjoy the satisfaction of knowing that their gifts will become a part of our community's artistic and cultural heritage.

Our Purpose

To recognize and honor the invaluable contributions of those who support us through bequests and life income arrangements of all sizes
To continue to build our endowment by encouraging more donors to remember the Institute in their estate planning

The Importance of an Endowment

An endowment is the most valuable funding non-profit institutions have. Endowments keep giving, year after year; they also keep growing, since only a portion of the income they generate is used annually.

Those who join the New Century Society have the opportunity to affirm their own values as well as to help set the future course of the museum.

Guide to Giving

Check out our Guide to Giving offering a variety of gift ideas, a reading room, free e-brochures, and personalized assistance with your questions. We're here to help.

How to Join the Society

You become a member of the New Century Society when you inform us that your will or life income arrangement mentions the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. The amount need not be revealed, but if you choose to do so it will aid our long-range planning. It will also allow us to acknowledge your gift at its present value and credit you appropriately.

Benefits of Membership

Lifetime recognition in the MIA's annual report
Recognition in the museum's lobby
Invitations to special Institute events
The knowledge that you are helping to secure the future of the arts in our community
Additional charitable and estate planning services