Thank you for supporting Loveland Center and standing with us in our mission to bring visibility, dignity, and opportunity to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Your generosity helps fuel our advocacy efforts, giving voice to those who are too often overlooked and empowering children and adults with I/DD to live fuller, more connected lives. There are so many ways to give—and every one makes a meaningful difference.
Loveland Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. (Federal Tax ID #59-1011392). A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-435-7372 WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.
Recurring Donation
Giving has never been easier! By selecting “making this a recurring gift”, you can make your impact heard all year long with this easy, secure, and flexible way to give. Loveland will automatically deduct gifts monthly according to the amount you provide.
Your annual tax receipt summarizing your gift(s) will be sent to you at year’s end. If you have recurring gift questions or would like to stop or adjust your recurring gift any time, please contact us today!
Campaign Giving
We are thrilled to share exciting news — a generous anonymous donor has stepped forward with a $10,000 Summer Match Challenge!
Starting today, every dollar you give will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $10,000. That means your gift will go twice as far in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through life-changing programs at Loveland Center.
Give now — Make twice the difference!
But hurry — this opportunity is only available for a limited time this summer. Help us unlock the full $10,000 match and fuel more smiles, more independence, and more inclusion for those we serve.
Double the gift. Double the impact!
Events
Support an Event, Create a Lasting Impact
Loveland Center’s events, which happen in all of our regions, are more than just celebrations—they’re vital opportunities to raise awareness and funds for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). You can support these events in meaningful ways: by volunteering your time, sponsoring, donating items or services as in-kind gifts, or making a monetary contribution. Every form of support—whether helping behind the scenes, providing prizes or auction items, covering event costs, or making a direct donation—helps ensure our events are fun, successful, and engaging. Join us in creating impactful events that inspire, connect, and change lives.
Planned Giving
Leave a Legacy of Love
Planned Giving at Loveland Center
When you include Loveland Center in your estate plans, you’re doing more than giving—you’re ensuring a future of dignity, opportunity, and independence for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Through planned giving, you can support the mission you believe in while also achieving your personal, financial, and philanthropic goals.
Why Planned Giving?
- Make a lasting impact beyond your lifetime
- Support lifelong learning, housing, and care for future generations
- Potentially receive tax benefits and reduce estate taxes
- Leave a legacy of compassion, purpose, and inclusion
Ways to Give
Bequests: Include Loveland in your will or trust
Suggested Bequest Language: If you would like to include Loveland Center in your will or trust, here is sample language you can share with your attorney:
“I give and bequeath to Loveland Center, Inc., a nonprofit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Florida, with a principal business address of 157 South Havana Road, Venice, Florida 34292, and Tax ID number 59-1011392, the sum of $______ (or ___% of my estate, or a description of specific property) to be used for its general charitable purposes.”
Beneficiary Designations: Name Loveland as a beneficiary of a retirement plan, insurance policy, or bank account
Charitable Gift Annuities or Trusts
Real Estate or Appreciated Securities
Your Gift. Their Future.
Every planned gift—no matter the size—helps secure vital programs, housing solutions, and a strong foundation for those we serve. With your help, we can continue to foster independence, growth, and lifelong friendship.
Interested in learning more about leaving a legacy through Loveland?
Contact V.J. Anderson, Director of Philanthropy at (941) 493-0016 ext. 323 or philanthropy@lovelandcenter.org.
We’re happy to help you explore your options—confidentially and with no obligation.
Volunteer
Get Engaged. Get Inspired. Get Involved.
At Loveland Center, engagement means more than participation—it means connection, creativity, and community.
Have you ever wanted to dance like no one’s watching, craft something beautiful, help bring a fundraising event to life, or simply bring a smile to someone’s face? At Loveland, you can do all that and more—while forming friendships that last a lifetime.
With locations across Sarasota, Charlotte, and Manatee Counties, Loveland offers a wide range of ways to get involved. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, whether you’re a planner, a performer, a mentor, or a maker—there’s a place for you here.
Our Team Leaders and Community Engagement Managers offer welcoming, accessible opportunities to connect with our participants—both through special events and ongoing activities.
Current engagement opportunities include:
- Assisting with events and themed celebrations
- Leading or supporting creative arts and crafts
- Offering reading and literacy support
- Teaching basic math and money management skills
- Participating in music, movement, and dance
- Sharing your culinary talents in the kitchen
- …and so much more!
Interested in making a meaningful impact while having fun?
For volunteering opportunities please contact Jillian James, Community Engagement Manager at JJames@lovelandcenter.org.
For philanthropic partnerships contact V.J. Anderson at 941-493-0016 x323 or vjanderson@lovelandcenter.org.
Other Ways to Support
In Kind
Loveland is always grateful for in-kind donations of tangible items in support of our mission. While we appreciate the gesture, Loveland cannot always accept every gift, so please contact the Office of Philanthropy today at (941) 493-0016 ext. 323 or philanthropy@lovelandcenter.org.
Contact Philanthropy
There are so many other ways to support, please reach out to the philanthropy team to learn more.