The Sanctuary couldn’t exist without the support of you, our generous community. There are a number of ways to contribute: from donating money, to equipment, used computers, and your time.
NOTE: Our official non-profit name is Media Alliance Inc.
EIN: 11-2538804
If you’d like to make an online donation, please use the form below or click here.
If you feel more comfortable sending us a donation by mail, you can send a check or money order (made out to “Media Alliance”) to:
Media Alliance
PO Box 35, Troy, NY 12181
You can also contribute on Venmo! Find us @mediasanctuary.
Click here to find us on GuideStar.
Donate Time
Volunteers are at the heart and soul of our organization. We are in constant need of help with our administrative, outreach, building maintence and even production efforts. Help be a part of bringing an independent voice to the Capital District.
Donate Services and Products from your Business
Let us know what you can offer, either for free or at an amazing discount.
Donate your Vehicle
Any vehicle you are looking to discard can be donated in support of our work. Call (844) 623-3900 or click here.
Donate Stocks and/or Bonds
Help ensure that the Sanctuary is present and active in the Capital District for many years to come. Contact us to make a tax-exempt stock donation.
Does your Employer have a Charitable Gift Matching Program?
Many companies offer a 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.
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 Sanctuary. Visit our online donation page and check the box to donate in honor or in memory of someone else. Include their email address when you check out and we’ll make sure to let them know.
Ask your Friends to Donate to the Sanctuary in Lieu of Receiving Gifts for your Special Occasion
Ask friends and family to donate to the Sanctuary using our online donation page and check the box to donate in honor of or memory of someone. When they include your email address, you’ll get a notification of their gift, and we will thank them on your behalf.
Thinking of Estate & Planned Gift Giving?
You might consider leaving assets to the Sanctuary in your will. If so, let us know.
Equipment donations
We also accept donated audio/video and computer equipment. Please contact us for a list of current needs. All donations are tax deductible.
The Sanctuary for Independent Media is an independent media arts and production facility – and we are always in need of donated equipment! Every new camera or monitor helps us to expand the work that we do. Send us an email describing the piece of equipment you’d like to donate.
If you have another item that you think we might be interested in, but are not sure, send us an email or give us a call. Gently used or new office furniture and other supplies may also be accepted.
Donate a Mac
The Sanctuary for Independent Media is looking for later model Mac computers to use as workstations for our producers and students. If you have one you can donate or would be interested in buying one for us, please send us an email. Your contribution will help production at the Sanctuary, and it’s tax-deductible.
