Ways to Support Us
Supporting the Cohen Bray House is rewarding and fun. You will be exposed to the vast treasure trove of items of the family and you will meet new friends who are enthusiastic about preserving the past.
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All contributions are tax-deductible: the house is a 501(c)3 non-profit. You can donate regularly (yearly or monthly).
The Victorian Preservation Center of Oakland tax identification number is 94-3156522.
The corporation number is 15235998 VPCO.
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Donate Directly: Donate online using the form on our website. If you are visiting the house, ask us for a donation form for your contribution.​
Donate Stock: Donate online at this link.
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Employer Match: Does your employer have a donation matching program? We'd love to maximize your gift by participating. We are currently set up to receive through Benevity. Please contact us to make arrangements.
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Your corporation can adopt the Cohen Bray House. Your corporation name can be on the special projects described on the Donate to Capital Projects page.
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Become a Member: Contribute on a regular basis by filling out the form on our website or asking for a membership form while visiting the house.​
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Buy a Gift: Purchase items in our gift shop online and in person—all proceeds go to the house.
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Volunteer: Find out more about volunteer opportunities here.
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Attend an Event: Take a tour of the house, or set up your own Private Tea & Tour.
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By Phone: Feel free to call us at (510) 536-1703 or (510) 527-5209 to ask us how you can be involved.
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Email: For more information about the house, write to us at info@cohenbrayhouse.org. For help with donations or event tickets, email patricia@cohenbrayhouse.org.
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Social Media: Tag us on your Instagram feed (@cohenbrayhouse), or post about us on Facebook or the social media app of your choice. Help raise awareness by recommending us to your friends and groups. Follow and like us on Instagram and on Facebook.​
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Another wonderful way to support the house is to include it in your will; this will provide a foundation for preserving the past into the future. Contact us to make arrangements.
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