Your support is needed!
Your donation sustains An Immigrant Alphabet, giving it a longer life by displaying the work beyond Cherry Street Pier and touring it to other sites over the coming year.
As a nonprofit community cultural and educational organization, Al-Bustan relies on financial support from individuals, foundations, and the business community to fuel our innovative programs and present unique cultural events. There are many ways to support us. Please find one that’s best for you today or contact us to find out more about how to get involved.
Through our innovative programming, we aim to create dialogue and engagement in our community. Help support us, and be a vital part of this conversation!
Online donations to Al-Bustan are secure and convenient. If you prefer to support a specific program please include your instructions and we will be happy to honor your wishes. If you prefer to mail your donation or would like to pledge a significant gift over time, we have a downloadable form for your convenience.
An unrestricted gift provides Al-Bustan with the flexibility to use your donation to meet the most urgent needs. We welcome the chance to discuss your specific interests and recommend an area of support. Please contact Elizabeth Taylor-Mead to set up a phone or in-person meeting by emailing etm-at-albustanseeds.org.
Please consider making your donation today. You can choose from three funds:
Al-Bustan EDUCATION Fund supports scholarships for youth of diverse backgrounds to attend summer camp, free arts instruction for underserved students in public schools, and continuation of community music ensembles and workshops
Al-Bustan ARTISTS Fund supports presenting internationally renowned guest artists from various disciplines and genres, and supports a resident takht ensemble of exemplary musicians
Al-Bustan’s GREATEST NEED Fund supports general operations and various programs of the organization
Al-Bustan Giving Societies:
In addition to our love and thanks, you’ll receive our weekly e-newsletter, and the following benefits:
The Seeds – البذور
$0 – $249 | Benefit: name listed in concert programs
The Blossoms – الأزهار
$250 – $999 | Benefits: name listed in concert programs, 2 complimentary tickets with premium seating, complimentary CD – or – a 8×10 mounted print from An Immigrant Alphabet
Harvest Circle – دائرة الحصاد
$1,000 – $2,499 | Benefits: name listed in concert programs, 4 complimentary tickets with premium seating, complimentary CD, invitation to special events, annual reception with artists
Orchard Circle – دائرة البستان
$2,500+ | Benefits: name listed in concert programs, 6 complimentary tickets with premium seating, 2 complimentary CDs, set of 4 Al-Bustan logo coasters; invitation to special events, annual reception with artists
To make a contribution online, secured via PayPal:
To make a contribution by mail, please use the DONATION FORM and mail it to the address below. Please make your check payable to:
Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture
526 South 46th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19143
Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) non-profit organization registered in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.