Support and Donate

The Friends of the Hermitage, Inc., a 501(c)(3) corporation, proudly manages the site with a mission to protect, preserve, and restore the Hermitage while delivering engaging programs throughout the year. Donate to the Hermitage to support historic preservation and New Jersey history.

​Your generous donations are essential, they keep the museum thriving and help us continue the special events you know and love. 

Every gift makes a difference and there are many ways to give. 

• Monthly Gift
• Annual Gift
• Legacy Gift
• Stocks & Assets Gift

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Join a dedicated community of monthly supporters to ensure consistent, year-round funding:

• Automatic and flexible
• Supports long-term preservation planning
• Can be updated or canceled anytime
• Receive exclusive updates and invitations​

Make a one-time or yearly gift to support core operations like programming, maintenance, and staffing:

•  Directly fuels our mission
• All gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law
• Donors are recognized in our Annual Report

Your legacy gift ensures that you can impact the future of the Hermitage for generations to come. Include the Hermitage in your estate plans to ensure its future impact:

• A Gift in Your Will. You can designate a specific amount or a percentage of your estate.
• Beneficiary Designations. You can designate The Hermitage a beneficiary of your retirement plan, insurance policy, pension, trust, annuity, 401K plan, or IRA.
• Qualified Charitable Distributions. If you are 70 or older, you can contribute up to $100,000 from your IRA directly to the Hermitage, providing you tax benefits.
• Non-Cash Assets. Your donation of Real Estate or automobile would provide you with tax benefits while advancing The Hermitage’s mission.

Make a tax-smart donation by giving stock or other appreciated securities:

• May avoid capital gains tax
• Eligible for full fair-market value deduction
• Quick, secure, and impactful​

Want to make an even bigger impact?
Become a Member and fuel the preservation, education, and the future of The Hermitage.