St. Petersburg Jazz Festival

Support EMIT and the
St. Petersburg Jazz Festival!

I'm David Manson, director of the St. Petersburg Jazz Festival and the parent nonprofit arts organization, EMIT. EMIT has a Silver rating in GuideStar and has presented nearly 600 concerts & workshops since inception in 1995.

We are delighted to report that the Warehouse Arts District Association (WADA) was our partner for the 2026 St. Petersburg Jazz Festival. Concerts on April 8 -11 were at the outdoor ArtsXchange stage at WADA. In addition, we will have concerts and free music workshops during the remainder of the year at the Museum of American Arts and Crafts Movement, the Warehouse Arts District, Palladium Theater and St. Petersburg College. All of our activities really need your support since the State of Florida has zero-funded the arts grants this year.

Feel free to contact me and I'll call you or meet with you to discuss our programming and benefits. My email is davidmansonmusic@gmail.com and my telephone is (727) 341-4363

.You can give directly via PayPal below, through GoFundMe or I will be glad to meet with you.

Join our special Circle of Supporters!

Jazz Ambassador - $1000+

* reserved seating for 6 at one of our paid concerts
* Jazz Ambassador listing on the St. Petersburg Jazz Festival website, press release & printed program
* company logo or name in printed program
* announcement of your support in a concert

Jazz Benefactors - $500+

* reserved seating for 4 at one of our paid concerts
* company logo or name in printed program & website
* Jazz Benefactors listing on SPJF website

Jazz Patrons - $250+

* company logo or name in printed program & website
* 2 complimentary general admissions
* Jazz Patrons listing on SPJF website

Jazz Friend - $100+
* name in printed program & website

Jazz Supporter - We really appreciate any amount!

Join the St. Petersburg Jazz Festival Circle of Supporters today. Email Director David Manson for more info.

Support the St. Petersburg Jazz Festival & EMIT, Tax-Free: The Power of Your IRA

If you are 70½ or older, you have a unique opportunity to support [Name of Arts Organization] while potentially lowering your tax bill. By making a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA, you can turn your retirement savings into local masterpieces, vibrant performances, and essential community programming.

Why Give Through Your IRA?

Reduce Your Taxable Income: A QCD allows you to transfer up to $105,000 annually directly to a 501(c)(3) without that money being added to your adjusted gross income (AGI).

Satisfy Your RMD: If you are age 73 or older, QCDs count toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) for the year. It’s a smart way to meet your obligation without increasing your tax bracket.

Maximize Your Impact: Because the funds go directly to us, 100% of your gift goes toward our mission rather than being diminished by federal income taxes.

No Itemizing Necessary: You can receive this tax benefit even if you take the standard deduction.

How to Make a Gift

Contact your IRA custodian: Request a "Qualified Charitable Distribution" form.

Designate EMIT: Direct the distribution to us at 620 31st St. North - St. Petersburg, FL 33713 - Tax ID #31-1790493.

Witness the Impact: Your gift ensures that the arts remain accessible, innovative, and thriving in our community.

Note: To qualify for the current tax year, the check must be issued by your provider and processed by December 31.

We recommend consulting with your financial advisor or tax professional to ensure a QCD is the right strategy for your specific situation.

Ready to make a difference? Contact Director David Manson at davidmansonmusic@gmail.com .

EMIT is a registered nonprofit arts organization. All contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Tax ID #31-1790493.

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