Leave a Sound Legacy
Make a Sound Investment

We need your support. We are based in the national museum, but we rely mainly on revenues, grants, private donations, and good will to survive and to carry out our mission.

With your help, we can continue to preserve our audio heritage, document and strengthen cultural diversity, and bring you great music and other sounds from around the world.

As you prepare for your future, please consider the benefits of a bequest in your will, a charitable gift annuity, or a charitable trust for Smithsonian Folkways. Planned Giving to Smithsonian Folkways can greatly assist your financial and tax situation today and leave a lasting legacy for generations to hear.

Please consult with your financial planner, accountant, or estate attorney to discuss your specific situation.

For further information on planned giving, contact Smithsonian Folkways Director Dan Sheehy at sheehyd@si.edu, 202-275-1153.