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You can contact our Philanthropy and Engagement team at giving@aclu-il.org or 312-201-9740. We look forward to connecting and exploring the ways in which you can support our work in a way that's meaningful to you. 

Before you give, make sure you understand the difference between membership and a tax-deductible donation. Learn more here or contact us for more information! 

Ways to Give

Donate to the Roger Baldwin Foundation (c3)

The Roger Baldwin Foundation of the ACLU of Illinois is a 501(c)(3) organization and contributions are tax-deductible to the extent of the law. 

The Roger Baldwin Foundation accepts gifts from donor advised funds and qualified charitable distributions from Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). If you have any questions about making a gift from your DAF or IRA, please email giving@aclu-il.org.

Make a one time tax-deductible gift

Make a Tribute or Honorary gift

Reccuring Tax Deductible Donation

Or, mail us a check
Roger Baldwin Foundation 
150 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 600
Chicago, IL 60601

Join and Become an ACLU Member (c4)

Since a portion of memberships gifts recieved are used for lobbying, these donations are not tax-deductible. 

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(Memberships are included)


To change your monthly giving amount, update your mailing address, or cancel your monthly support, please submit your request directly with our national donor relations team through this form

Join the Next Generation Society

The Next Generation Society of the ACLU is a diverse group of activists, artists, leaders, and engaged community members committed to supporting the essential work of the ACLU and safeguarding civil liberties for future generations. 

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Employer Matching Programs

Many employers match the contributions of their employees to the Roger Baldwin Foundation. When you make a gift and ask your employer to match, they may need us to verify your donation. Please send any matching gift forms to giving@aclu-il.org.