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Other Ways to Donate
The Observatory is a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization funded entirely through individual donations and grants from foundations.
There are a number of ways to contribute: from donating money, to equipment, used or new computers, and your time as a volunteer.
Every contribution makes a difference.
The Observatory is an initiative of the Independent Media Institute, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN 52-1309876.
Donate Money
The Observatory is an initiative of the Independent Media Institute, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. You can make a tax-deductible donation in the following ways:
Donate Online, Securely
Make a donation online using a credit card, PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, or Google Pay—it is the most secure way to give.
Mail a Check
To give by check, please make your check out to “Independent Media Institute” and write “Observatory” in the memo line and send it to:
Independent Media Institute
Attn: Observatory151 1st Ave #267
New York, NY 10003-2965
Donate Stocks and Bonds
Contact us to make a tax-exempt stock donation.
Donate Bitcoin or Other Blockchain-Based Currencies
Getting Help
For assistance with your Bitcoin or other crypto contribution, please contact us:
- email [email protected]
- call (212) 627-8595
Donate Time
Volunteer either at our office or from your home. We always need help with our administrative, outreach, and even editorial efforts. Learn more.
Donate Equipment and Computers
The Observatory is looking for 2020 or later model Mac computers in good working condition for workstations for our editors, volunteers, researchers, and other staff: Mac computers, including Mac Minis, MacBook Pros, MacBook Airs, MacBooks, and iMacs. We’re also looking for widescreen (19-inch or larger) LCD monitors, digital video cameras, plasma flat-screens, and quality microphones, as well as data subscription services. Please send an email to [email protected].
Does Your Employer Have a Charitable Gift Matching Program?
Many companies offer matching-gift programs for their employees. If your company does have such a program, please register your donation to us with them so they can match it.
Thinking of Estate and Planned Gift Giving?
You might consider donating assets to the Observatory. Let us know and we can help.
Ask Your Friends to Donate to IMI in Lieu of Receiving Gifts for Your Special Occasion
Ask friends and family to donate to the Observatory using our online donation page and check the box to dedicate this donation to someone. Once they’ve donated, they’ll be able to add a personal message and send a card.
Donate in Honor of a Special Occasion or in Memory of a Beloved
We can send a notice to the recipient of your choice to let them know that you have chosen to honor them with a donation to the Observatory. Visit our online donation page and check the box to dedicate this donation in honor or in memory of someone else. Once you’ve donated, you’ll be able to add a personal message and send a card.