Ways to Give & Invest

Philanthropic gifts make MDC’s work possible. Your gift helps MDC and the communities with whom we partner create equity, economic mobility and prosperity for more people.


Ways to Give

Donate Online Today

To give by credit or debit card, please use our secure Salsa platform. For gifts of securities or personal property, please contact us to facilitate transmittal and receipt of your gift. Gifts and pledges may be scheduled as a single event or on a recurring basis. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at  919.381.5802.


Named Sponsorships

MDC offers lasting recognition and tribute opportunities for friends and donors who wish to showcase or honor the work and achievements of others. Sustaining donors can be permanently recognized through:

  • Distinctive marker in a public area, meeting space or gallery in our offices in downtown Durham, N.C.
  • Principal sponsorship of a signature publication.
  • Naming of our Fellows program, which supports talented young leaders in the field of social innovation and community engagement.

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Mark Motamen

Life Income

We work with donors and their financial advisors to create giving strategies and instruments that fulfill your personal philanthropic goals while providing life income and other financial advantages for you and your family and building a legacy for others. Please contact us to explore the many options available for personal, customized gift, life income and estate planning strategies.


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Mark Motamen

Matching Gifts

Your employer may be willing to match your gift to MDC. Contact your company’s human resources department to determine if your company offers a matching gift program.


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Mark Motamen

Investing in MDC

Invest in a South Where Everyone Can Thrive

Contact Mark Motamen to discuss how your investment can help create lasting economic and social change in the South.


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Mark Motamen