Please help support the Michigan Traditional Arts Program

Become part of the community supporting the state's only program devoted to "advancing cross-cultural understanding and equity in a diverse society through the documentation preservation, and presentation of traditional arts, folklife, and everyday culture in Michigan."

There are several ways you can make a gift to the Michigan Traditional Arts Program.

Donate Online

The gift system at MSU is a safe and convenient way to support what is important to you.

Donate Here

(Be sure to search for and select "Michigan Traditional Arts Program")

Donate by Mail

Fill out the Michigan Traditional Arts Program contribution form.

Mail the completed form and your check to:

University Advancement
Spartan Way
535 Chestnut Road, Room 300
East Lansing, MI 48824

Please make check payable to "Michigan State University" and include RN030213 sub account MTAP to insure it goes to the Michigan Traditional Arts Program.

Legacy Gifts

If you are interested in supporting the Michigan Traditional Arts Program through a bequest, planned gift, qualified charitable distribution, or are interested in establishing an endowment please contact MITraditionalArts@msu.edu or (517) 290-5195.

FAQs

How do your funds help?

They ensure the day-to-day management of MTAP (grants administration, staff time, contract fieldwork, archiving collections) as well as our special programs like the Michigan Heritage Awards, Michigan Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program, Michigan Stained Glass Census, Michigan Quilt Project, and the Michigan Barn and Farmstead Survey.

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes. Michigan State University is a 501(c)3 organization and contributions to the Michigan Traditional Arts Program qualify for a charitable tax deduction as well as recognition in Michigan State University's donor societies.

Can I contribute directly through payroll deduction?

If you are an MSU employee, you may contribute directly through payroll deduction.

Is my donation eligible for a corporate matching gift program?

Contributions may also be eligible for some employee corporate matching gift programs. If you are interested, please contact Marsha MacDowell at macdowel@msu.edu.

Interested in Planned Giving options? More questions?

If you are interested in supporting the Michigan Traditional Arts Program through a bequest, planned gift, qualified charitable distribution, or endowments, please contact Marsha MacDowell at macdowel@msu.edu.

How is the Michigan Traditional Arts Program (MTAP) supported now?

Currently the primary funds to support MTAP come from in-kind contributions of staff and services provided by Michigan State University, interest from MTAP's growing endowments, grants (especially from the National Endowment for the Arts) and support from donors like you.