Help us boldly paint the future!
Help us keep our classes free for our community!
Locust Street Art has always been made by and for the community. Founded with grassroots origins, we’ve lasted decades thanks to the support of people like you! Everyone in our community gives in their own way.
Our former Board President, Kinsey O’Brien, has stepped up this year to match all end of year donations up to $5000! Your donation can go twice as far, no matter how big or small it is!
How to Contribute
Monetary donations are great,
but there are so many ways to contribute to our mission and help Locust Street Art!
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Donate online, in person, or by mail.
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Amazon Smile (do you shop on Amazon? Choose LSA as your Amazon Smile)
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Donate Needed Supplies / Amazon Wishlist
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Hold a Fundraiser
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Volunteer!
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Paycheck Deductions: Utilize SEFA to integrate monthly donations in the amount of your choosing. Pledge today!
Make a Donation.
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Cash donations keep our lights on, our employees paid and our supplies from running out! Every dollar helps make a difference to our students at LSA.
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Locust Street Neighborhood Art Classes, Inc. is a 501 (c)3 nonprofit that relies on your generous donations to continue operating. Our core mission is to provide accessible art classes to the Buffalo, NY community, and that means that most of our programs are offered free of charge and that all materials are provided.
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Checks can be written out to Locust Street Art
and mailed to 138 Locust St. Buffalo NY 14204
Legacy Giving
There are several ways you can make a lasting impact through a legacy gift:
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1. Bequest in Your Will: By including Locust Street Neighborhood Art Classes, Inc. in your will or estate plan, you can make a lasting contribution to our organization. Your bequest can be a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or a particular asset.
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2. Retirement Account Beneficiary Designation: You can designate Locust Street Neighborhood Art Classes, Inc. as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or other retirement account. This simple designation can help support our mission without affecting your current financial situation.
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3. Life Insurance Policy: You can name Locust Street Neighborhood Art Classes, Inc. as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy, either fully or partially. This is a flexible and impactful way to support our organization.
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4. Charitable Trust or Annuity: By establishing a charitable remainder trust or charitable gift annuity with Locust Street Neighborhood Art Classes, Inc. as the beneficiary, you can receive income during your lifetime while also supporting our organization’s work.
Buy Off Our Wishlist
If you’d like to see what we’re currently in need of you can check out our Amazon Wishlist!
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A great way to contribute to Locust Street Art is to donate supplies for our students!
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Many find they have plenty of supplies at home collecting dust and want them to go to good use. Looking to donate supplies? Check out our list of accepted items!
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Did you know that you can donate to Locust Street Art through AMAZON SMILE?
Office Supplies
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White Laser Printer Paper 8.5 x 11
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Poster Paper 11 x 17
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Folders & Binders
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Masking Tape, Scotch Tape
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Paper Towels, Toilet Paper
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Sponges, Cleaning Supplies
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Storage Containers
Most Needed Art Supplies
Donate Used Supplies
Believe it or not we don't have a lot of space!
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Donation drop offs should be coordinated with a staff member. Items not on the list should be discussed beforehand to help keep our storage areas organized.
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Not sure if we accept it? Feel free to email
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Acrylic Paint, Tempera Paint, Oil Paints & Watercolors
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Canvases, Canvas Fabric Rolls, Gesso
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Paper for all Mediums (watercolor, mixed media, pastels, etc...), Sketch Books, Palettes
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Paint brushes
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Ceramic Tools
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Colored Pencils
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White Erasers, Drawing Pencils
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Artist Tape
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Markers
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Pastels
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Linseed Oil, Mineral Spirits