SUPPORT OUR WORK

HELP KEEP ART IN SESSION

For more than 38 years, The Old School House Arts Centre has been a place where creativity brings people together. Every exhibition, class, concert and community gathering helps make art part of everyday life in our community.

WAYS TO GIVE

Your generosity helps keep our doors open, our galleries full and our classrooms buzzing — supporting artists, exhibitions, arts education and creative experiences for everyone. There are many ways to support TOSH, from one-time and monthly donations to leadership, corporate and legacy giving. Choose the way that’s right for you below.

Your support keeps art in session. Choose a giving level below or make a gift in an amount that is meaningful to you.

INDIVIDUAL GIVING

  • Every gift, no matter the size, helps keep the arts thriving.

    Make a one-time donation to support the ongoing work of The Old School House Arts Centre, or direct your gift to a specific program that matters to you.

    HOW TO GIVE

    Online: Make a secure donation through CanadaHelps.

    By Mail: Send a cheque to:
    The Old School House Arts Centre
    122 Fern Road West
    Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1T2

    Gifts of $1,000+:
    We encourage you to give directly to TOSH. Gifts can be made by
    e-transfer, cheque or another arranged payment method.

    Please contact info@theoldschoolhouse.org or 250-752-6133.

    To direct your gift to a specific program or discuss other giving opportunities, please contact us.

    RECOGNITION

    Donations of $25 or more are eligible for an official charitable tax receipt to the allowable amount, in accordance with CRA regulations.

    MAKE A ONE-TIME DONATION →

  • THE CREATORS CIRCLE:

    Monthly giving provides TOSH with reliable, ongoing support we can count on. Starting at just $15 a month, Creators Circle members help sustain exhibitions, arts education, artist opportunities and accessible creative experiences throughout the year.

    Want to do more? Simply choose a monthly amount that works for you. Every dollar makes a difference.

    Your support includes:

    • Official tax receipt

    • TOSH Newsletter subscription

    • Invitations to Gallery Openings

    • Recognition in our Year-End Stewardship Report

    Monthly donations are securely processed through CanadaHelps.

    JOIN THE CREATORS CIRCLE →

  • Help creativity thrive.

    Cultural Stewards provide essential support for the exhibitions, programs and experiences that connect people with art at TOSH.

    Your support includes:

    • Official tax receipt

    • TOSH Newsletter subscription

    • Invitations to Gallery Openings

    • Recognition in our Year-End Stewardship Report

    MAKE A $250 GIFT →

  • Be part of what happens inside this house.

    Friends of the Gallery help sustain the artists, exhibitions, arts education and community programming that make TOSH a vibrant place to experience and discover art.

    Your support includes:

    • Official tax receipt

    • TOSH Newsletter subscription

    • Invitations to Gallery Openings

    • Recognition in our Year-End Stewardship Report

    MAKE A $500 GIFT →

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE

Leadership Circle donors provide significant support that strengthens TOSH today while helping build a sustainable future for arts and culture in our community.

  • Come closer to the art you help make possible.

    Visionary Patrons provide leadership support for TOSH’s work and enjoy opportunities to connect more deeply with our exhibitions, artists and creative community.

    Your support includes:

    • Official tax receipt

    • TOSH Newsletter subscription

    • Invitations to Gallery Openings

    • Recognition as a Leadership Donor in our
      Year-End Stewardship Report

    • Invitation to a Curated Exhibition Tour

    Make your gift directly to TOSH

    Leadership gifts can be made directly to TOSH by
    e-transfer to info@theoldschoolhouse.org, or contact us to arrange another payment method. 250-752-6133

  • Help sustain a thriving home for the arts.

    Advocates provide significant support for
    year-round arts programming while enjoying opportunities to experience the artists and creative work their generosity helps make possible.

    Your support includes:

    • Official tax receipt

    • TOSH Newsletter subscription

    • Invitations to Gallery Openings

    • Recognition as a Leadership Donor in our Year-End Stewardship Report

    • Recognition on the annual TOSH Donor Wall

    • Invitation to a Curated Exhibition Tour

    • Invitation to a Leadership Circle Master Class, private art demonstration or artist talk

    Make your gift directly to TOSH

    Give by e-transfer to info@theoldschoolhouse.org, or contact us to arrange your gift.

    250-752-6133

  • Invest in what comes next.

    Champions provide exceptional support that strengthens TOSH’s ability to present ambitious programming, support artists and create meaningful opportunities for people to experience art.

    Your support includes:

    • Official tax receipt

    • TOSH Newsletter subscription

    • Invitations to Gallery Openings

    • Recognition as a Leadership Donor in our Year-End Stewardship Report

    • Recognition on the annual TOSH Donor Wall

    • Invitation to a Curated Exhibition Tour

    • Invitation to a Leadership Circle Master Class, private art demonstration or artist talk

    Make your gift directly to TOSH

    Give by e-transfer to info@theoldschoolhouse.org, or contact us to arrange your gift.

    250-752-6133

  • Help shape the future of TOSH.

    The Director’s Circle brings together donors whose exceptional generosity helps strengthen TOSH for the future. Your support provides the capacity to think bigger, invest in artists and programming, and ensure this house remains a vibrant home for creativity for generations to come.

    Your support includes:

    • Official tax receipt

    • TOSH Newsletter subscription

    • Invitations to Gallery Openings

    • Recognition as a Leadership Donor in our
      Year-End Stewardship Report

    • Recognition on the annual TOSH Donor Wall

    • Invitation to Curated Exhibition Tours

    • Invitation to a Private Master Class for you and up to 10 guests

    • Recognition at the Leadership Level in select TOSH communications

    • An intimate Curated Gallery Tour for you and a guest with the Executive Director, artist or Board member

    • Opportunity to meet with TOSH leadership and share your ideas about the future of the organization

    • Opportunity to share your story and passion for the arts in the TOSH Newsletter

    Let’s talk about your gift

    Director’s Circle gifts can be tailored to reflect the areas of TOSH’s work that matter most to you.

    250-752-6133 · info@theoldschoolhouse.org

CORPORATE GIVING

PARTNER IN ART: Put your business behind the arts — and your community. Your annual support helps sustain year-round arts programming while connecting your organization with our creative community.

  • Support year-round arts programming while demonstrating your organization’s commitment to creativity and community.

    YOUR ANNUAL PARTNERSHIP INCLUDES:

    • Logo recognition in TOSH’s Year-End Stewardship Report and on the Donor Wall for one year

    • Logo placement on exhibition posters, social media, newsletters and select publications

    • Logo recognition on the TOSH website

    • Opportunity for a cheque presentation and photo

    • Recognition certificate for display

    • Use of the TOSH logo to identify your organization as a supporter

    • Invitation to a Leadership Circle Master Class, such as an artist demonstration or lecture

    BECOME A PARTNER IN ART →

    Prefer to talk?
    Call us at 250-752-6133.

  • Take your support further with greater recognition and opportunities to connect with TOSH and our creative community.

    INCLUDES ALL ADVOCATE BENEFITS, PLUS:

    • Private Master Class for up to 10 guests, customized as an art demonstration or lecture

    • Elevated recognition in TOSH communications

    • Name included on the TOSH Donor Wall

    • Annual invitation to an Advisory Gathering with TOSH leadership and fellow community partners

    • Opportunity to share insights and perspectives on TOSH’s work and the role of arts and culture in our community

    BECOME A PARTNER IN ART →

    Prefer to talk?
    Call us at 250-752-6133.

Tribute & Legacy Giving

HONOUR A LIFE. LEAVE A LEGACY.
Celebrate someone special or help ensure art, creativity and community continue to thrive at TOSH for generations to come.

  • Build something that lasts.

    The Sheila McGiverin Bentley Legacy Fund provides a lasting way to support the future of The Old School House Arts Centre.

    Held as an agency fund through the Parksville Qualicum Beach Foundation, the fund is designed to provide long-term support for TOSH and help ensure creativity continues to have a home in our community.

    You can contribute to the fund today or make it part of your future giving plans.

    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FUND →

    LET’S START THE CONVERSATION: To discuss your legacy gift confidentially, email info@theoldschoolhouse.org or call 250-752-6133.

  • A simple and meaningful way to make a lasting difference.

    Including TOSH in your will allows you to support the arts beyond your lifetime and help ensure future generations continue to have a place to learn, create and connect. The brochure describes a bequest as a simple way to include TOSH in your estate plans.

    A legacy gift can be made as a specific amount, a percentage of your estate or another arrangement developed with your professional advisor.

    We would be happy to speak confidentially with you, your family or your advisor about your wishes.

    QUESTIONS OR READY TO GIVE?

    Email info@theoldschoolhouse.org

    or call 250-752-6133.

  • There are many ways to make a future gift.

    Depending on your circumstances and estate plans, options may include:

    RRSPs, RRIFs and TFSAs — name TOSH as a beneficiary of registered funds

    Life insurance — designate a gift through an existing or new policy

    Publicly traded securities or real estate — donate appreciated assets

    Charitable remainder trusts — receive income during your lifetime while creating a future gift to TOSH.

    We encourage you to speak with your financial, legal or tax advisor when considering a planned gift.

    LET’S START THE CONVERSATION

    To discuss your legacy gift confidentially, email info@theoldschoolhouse.org
    or call 250-752-6133.

LET’S START A CONVERSATION

There are many ways to help keep art in session.

Whether you’re considering a personal gift, corporate partnership or legacy gift, we’d be happy to talk with you about the way of giving that’s right for you.

Call 250-752-6133 or email info@theoldschoolhouse.org.