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Ways to Give

Your generosity and support make a difference at the NCMA each day. Experience the joy of giving by contributing now.

Reimagine the Possible

With an overall fundraising goal of $75M, the North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation’s campaign, Reimagining the Possible, seeks to further the Museum’s impact across the state and widen access to the arts for all North Carolinians.

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The NCMArts Fund

Donations to this fund support the NCMA’s greatest operational needs as we seek to welcome and share the Museum with expanding audiences. Gifts may be in honor or memoriam of those special to you.

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NCMA Membership

Membership provides more ways to engage in all the Museum has to offer and helps support our general operations. If not already a member, consider joining today.

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Planned Gifts

A planned gift ensures the NCMA’s mission to steward and share the people’s art collection and inspires generations to come. Whether you wish to put your donation to work today or benefit the Museum after your lifetime, opportunities can be tailored to meet your financial and estate-planning goals. Please visit ncmagiving.org for more information about making a charitable bequest or leaving the NCMA in your estate plans.

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Gifts of Art

The Museum collection would not be what it is today without the ongoing generosity of art collectors and contributors to our art acquisition funds. To begin the process of giving artwork or financial support. To begin the process of giving artwork or financial support, please email artgift@ncartmuseum.org. Learn more about resources for collectors through our curators, conservators, and librarians.

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Corporate Support

The NCMA is pleased to partner with corporations and community organizations through sponsorships and other giving opportunities. To learn about sponsor benefits, including exhibition tickets and recognition, please email sponsor@ncartmuseum.org.

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Judaic Art Gallery

Join the Friends of the Judaic Art Gallery by making your gift today to this rare collection of Jewish ceremonial art.

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Make Your Mark

Make Your Mark at the NCMA

The Museum offers a variety of naming opportunities to make your gift meaningful, personal, and lasting.

Opportunities include:

Name a Bench in the Museum Park:
Naming opportunities range from $7,500 to $10,000. A contribution of $10,000 includes dedicated upkeep and maintenance for 10 years or for the functional lifespan of the bench should replacement or relocation be required. A contribution of $7,500 names a bench for its functional lifespan without guaranteed maintenance or upkeep.

Plant a Tree in the Museum Park:
A contribution of $1,000 will plant and name a tree in the Museum Park in honor or memory of a loved one, or to commemorate a special occasion.

Take a Seat in the SECU Auditorium:
A contribution of $1,500 will name a seat in the SECU Auditorium.

Name a Seat in the Joseph M. Bryan, Jr., Theater:
Naming opportunities range from $2,500 to $5,000 for seats in the Joseph M. Bryan, Jr., Theater in the Museum Park. Seats in the VIP area, located within the first five rows, are priced at $5,000. All other seats are priced at $2,500.

For more information about Make Your Mark opportunities, please contact Samantha Jones at sjones@ncartmuseum.org or (919) 664-6802.