We always appreciate the consideration of those who would like to make a gift or donate other items to strengthen the Music Program at UVM. However, we do have strict guidelines for accepting instruments, equipment, sheet music, and other kinds of music-related collections.
Below are our guidelines. Please contact music@uvm.edu about your specific inquiry.
Instruments and Equipment
Donations of instruments are considered on a case-by-case basis. Generally, we are looking for equipment or instruments that are in excellent condition. We will consider most instruments, including brass, woodwinds, and grand or baby grand pianos. We cannot accept donations of upright pianos at this time.
We will consider donations of audiophile-level equipment or professional sound systems.
On rare occasions, we will consider purchasing high quality instruments or equipment.
Sheet Music, Scores, and CDs
Donations of sheet music and scores are welcomed. We accept classical or jazz CDs, sheet music, scores, and charts in good condition. Learning materials for beginners are always welcome.
We do not accept magazines, cassettes, vinyl records, encyclopedias, biographical works, or anything that is moldy or water damaged.
Gift Acceptance, Appraisals, and Tax Considerations
If gifts are accepted it should be understood that the University of Vermont becomes the owner upon receipt of the material and, as such, reserves the right to determine its retention, location, preservation, cataloging, accessibility, and all other considerations related to its use, maintenance, or removal.
It is the responsibility of the donor to arrange for the delivery of accepted materials to the Music Program, 392 South Prospect St., Burlington, VT 05405.
Gifts-in-kind or gifts of personal property are processed by the UVM Foundation. Donors should consult their tax advisors regarding the charitable deduction and valuation associated with any gift-in-kind or gift of property, including requirements for a qualified appraisal, IRS Form 8283, etc.).
Please consult the gift-in-kind and gift of property form regarding tax and charitable gift considerations.