The American Committee for KEEP (ACK) is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization. Our funding sources include foundation and corporate grants and sponsorship, revenue from investments, and church and individual contributions. Donations to the ACK are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. However, we recommend you consult with your tax advisor on all charitable contributions.
We appreciate your interest in supporting the work of the ACK - there are many ways to make a tax-deductible contribution:
Donate by Mail
Our address for donations by mail is:
American Committee for KEEP, Inc.
Development Department
825 Green Bay Road, Suite 122
Wilmette, IL 60091
Please make your check payable to the American Committee for KEEP, Inc.
Donate by Credit Card
Please click here to donate online by credit card. You will be connected to the Network for Good site, which processes credit card donations for a variety of charities nationwide. Once linked to Network for Good, follow their instructions to donate by credit card.
Make a Pledge
Please click here to download a pledge form (PDF format) to support the ACK. Annual, quarterly or monthly giving provides a consistent, reliable stream of support, which allows us to focus resources on our mission. Many donors find it an easy way to budget their charitable giving. We will send you timely reminders, and pledge payments can be mailed directly to our office or billed to a credit card on a monthly or quarterly basis. Please call or Email us if you have questions.
Matching Contributions
Please let us know if you work for an employer with a matching contribution program. Call or Email us with questions about how you can increase the impact of your contribution by partnering with your company's charitable program.
Support Opportunities
The American Committee for KEEP, Inc. welcomes donor support in a variety of ways. Contributions can be used for unrestricted, general operating needs, or restricted to a specific program based on the donor's wishes. Our complete gift acceptance policy can be found here.
Annual Fund
The Annual Fund is unrestricted support, available for meeting the ACK's highest priorities for current programs and services.
KEEP For The Future
KEEP for the Future is our capital campaign for necessary facility upgrades, additions and maintenance at KEEP in Kiyosato, Japan, as well as expanding programming to help strengthen KEEP's position as a center for international education and exchange. Support is needed at all financial levels. For a brochure about the KEEP for the Future Campaign, click here. For information on naming opportunities, click here.
In-kind Donations / Wish-List
The American Committee for KEEP, Inc. is always in need of goods and services. Items we especially need include office supplies, airline miles, and professional services such as printing and graphic design. Please call or email us to discuss this valuable support opportunity.
Tribute Gifts
Contributions in any amount, given in honor or in memory of a person will be acknowledged with a card. Please provide the name of the honoree, the name and address of the individual(s) to be notified, and your name as it should appear on an acknowledgement. Tributes will be listed in the next printed edition of the American Committee for KEEP, Inc.'s newsletter.
Bequests
Leave a lasting legacy by remembering The American Committee for KEEP, Inc., in your will. Please consult with your personal estate planner for your specific situation.
Planned Giving
The ACK also accepts donations through other types of planned giving such as gifts of real estate or securities, or an insurance policy. These forms of deferred gifts serve not only to benefit and strengthen the ACK, but may bring you substantial tax savings as well. More information about Planned Giving can be found here.
Questions
We will be happy to answer your questions regarding support opportunities. Please call us at 847-853-2500 or contact us via email Thank you!