MATCHING GIFT: Together, the late Ingrid and Marvin Reed exemplified the belief that art and community are profoundly intertwined. The Arts Council of Princeton has announced a matching gift from the Reed family to benefit their Fall Appeal.
The Arts Council of Princeton (ACP) has announced a matching gift to benefit their Fall Appeal, an annual campaign raising crucial funds for scholarships, public art, and ACP’s calendar of community and cultural programs.
According to a release, this gift from the Reed family is in memory of Ingrid and Marvin Reed, two Princeton residents whose legacy of leadership and philanthropy, and longtime support of the Arts Council continue to inspire the community.
Ingrid, who served as director of the New Jersey Project at Rutgers University’s Eagleton Institute of Politics, was a champion for civic engagement and the arts. Marvin, Princeton’s longtime mayor, was instrumental in fostering the town’s creative and cultural vitality. Together, they exemplified the belief that art and community are profoundly intertwined.
The Reed family’s gift will match every contribution to the Arts Council’s Annual Appeal, dollar for dollar, up to $10,000. The matching gift will amplify the impact of each donation, further enriching the arts programs that the Reeds valued.
Just last year, ACP produced more than 135 community events, 39 weeks of programming for low-income seniors, 330 in-person and virtual classes, and six new murals around town. Through performance opportunities, markets, and a vibrant exhibition program, the Arts Council presented the work of over 600 presenting and visual artists and employed more than 65 teaching artists. An estimated 30,000 people attended or participated in ACP programs throughout the year.
“We are deeply moved by the Reed family’s generosity and their wish to honor Ingrid and Marvin through this gift,” said Liza Peck, director of development and community engagement. “Their legacy reflects a belief we share; that creativity brings people together, sparks joy and strengthens our community.”
The Reed family encourages community members to join their support of the Arts Council of Princeton at a time when access to the arts is more important than ever. To make a gift of any amount, visit artscouncilofprinceton.org