Ways to Give
ASC is nonprofit organization that leverages funding from local and state government with that of private sector donations from individuals like you, our corporate partners and local and national foundations.
Our mission is to invest in the people, programs and ideas that move us toward a more equitable, sustainable and innovative creative ecosystem. We envision an equitable, connected community where creativity is central, celebrated and supported.
As Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s Local Arts Agency, we invite you to help us invest fully in local creatives and arts, science and history programs that build a strong and vibrant community where everyone can participate in the region’s cultural offerings, regardless of who they are or where they live.
Here’s how you can support our work:
Sustaining Gifts
Automatic monthly, quarterly or annually renewing contributions via credit card or bank ACH.
One-time Gift
Make your annual gift online using a credit card or bank ACH or mail us a check to P.O. Box 30246, Charlotte, NC 28230. Our legal name is Arts & Science Council Charlotte-Mecklenburg Inc. and our EIN is 56-0693436.
Giving Societies
Join one of ASC’s four giving societies to gain behind-the-scenes access to latest events and engage in conversations with local creatives and cultural leaders.
- ASC Insiders
Want to have insider access to the latest happenings in the cultural community? Then, join ASC’s Insiders program, a group committed to helping ignite creativity in our community by providing ongoing monthly support of ASC’s mission.
- ASC Influencers
ASC’s Influencers crave the opportunity to connect with local creatives and cultural organizations on a deeper level. Members get Insider Access but also can participate in community conversations about the needs of the creative sector.
- ASC Visionaries
Visionaries want everything the cultural sector has to offer – insider access, deep connection to local creatives and cultural organizations and artwork by local creatives.
- ASC Legacy Society
Want to leave a lasting legacy on Charlotte-Mecklenburg cultural sector? Consider leaving a portion of your estate to ASC to support our grant investments for generations to come.
Stock Gifts
Gifts of appreciate stock or other closely held securities are great way to make an impact on the work of ASC.
Matching Gifts
Multiply to impact of your gift by checking to see if your employer will match your donation to ASC.