Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the membership year?
Memberships are on a calendar-year basis, and expire on December 31. If you join between November 1 and December 31 of the current year, the membership will be valid for the following year as well.
What are the benefits of membership?
The member benefits are set by the Board of Trustees and may change over time. The current member benefits can be viewed on the benefits web page.
What is the refund policy?
All membership registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Are membership fees tax deductible?
The Niagara Track & Field Hall of Fame and Virtual Museum is a charitable organization under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3) and, as such, your contribution may be tax deductible as a charitable contribution depending on your personal tax situation. Please consult your tax advisor. The maximum deductible amount is based on the value of benefits returned to you in exchange for your contribution - that is, you must reduce the total amount paid by the fair value of benefits received. For purposes of the IRS contribution rules, the member benefits have a value of $5 when determining the amount of your charitable contribution.
Are contributions tax deductible?
The Niagara Track & Field Hall of Fame and Virtual Museum is a charitable organization under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3) and, as such, your contribution may be tax deductible as a charitable contribution depending on your personal tax situation. Please consult your tax advisor. The maximum deductible amount is based on the value of benefits returned to you in exchange for your contribution - that is, you must reduce the total amount paid by the fair value of benefits received. For purposes of the IRS contribution rules, since there are no direct benefits for a contribution to this organization, use the value of $0 for benefits when determining the amount of your charitable contribution.
