The Final Brushstrokes
Complete the Vision for MPA Berlage Arts & Education Center
All gifts of $1,750 and above will be recognized on our Founders Wall, a permanent tribute in our new space.
Together, we've built something extraordinary.
MPA Berlage has become the heart of a vibrant, growing creative community — every day, our galleries welcome new audiences, our studios inspire new makers, and our café brings artists, families, and neighbours together in surprising new ways.
Now, our vision is alive with possibility.
Help us complete the final chapter of our campaign and realize our potential.
Together, we can create a landmark home where art, creativity and community flourish for generations to come.
Ways to Give
The best way to have
immediate impact
We offer various levels of giving, each with unique benefits and recognition opportunities. Discover giving levels below.
Donor Advised Funds
A donor advised fund, which is like a charitable savings account, gives an individual the flexibility to recommend how much and how often money is granted to a non profit. Check with your financial advisor to request a grant or recurring grants for MPA.
Gift of Stock
MPA is happy to work with you on making gifts of publicly traded securities that have appreciated in value.
Please contact MPA for more information about making a gift of securities, and to ensure your account is properly credited.
All gifts of $1,750 and above will be recognized on our Founders Wall, a permanent tribute in our new space. Please contact MPA about donations by email: giving@mpaart.org.
Giving Levels
Where Your Gift Goes
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Naming Opportunities
MPA Executive Office Suite
Invest in the operational heart of MPA Berlage, where the work behind every exhibition, class and community program comes to life.
$150,000
Contact giving@mpaart.org
Ceramics Wheel Studio
Help bring our ceramics studio to life by investing in a ceramics wheel. 7 options remaining.
$7,500 each
Contact giving@mpaart.org
Donor Wall Levels
| Centennial Circle | $100,000 |
| Visionary Circle | $50,000 |
| Curator's Circle | $25,000 |
| Chairman's Circle | $10,000 |
| Leadership Circle | $5,000 |
| Major Benefactor | $2,500 |
| Sponsor | $1,750 |
Program Startup
The true heartbeat of MPA Berlage is the programs that bring our spaces to life. We're proud to expand our much-loved offerings while introducing exciting new experiences, including MPA Clay, cinema, and more.
Naming Opportunities
Our remaining naming opportunities allow you to underwrite spaces at the heart of MPA Berlage — bringing them to life and supporting the creativity, learning and connection they make possible.
Mission Support
Bringing MPA Berlage to life doesn't end when the final brick is laid. Your gift helps refine, equip and grow our new Arts Center, ensuring it reaches its full potential as a landmark home for the arts.
Recognition
Gifts of $1,750 and above will be permanently recognised on our Founders Wall, a lasting tribute within MPA Berlage Arts & Education Center. Gifts below $1,750 will be recognised on the digital displays in our lobby.
Selected giving levels also include naming opportunities throughout the Arts & Education Center. Please refer to your chosen giving level for details.
Tax Deduction
McLean Project for the Arts is a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization, with the tax identification number of EIN #52-1374407. Your donation is considered a charitable contribution under the U.S. Tax Laws. Consult your tax advisor to determine the extent of the applicable tax deduction.
Discover Outstanding Contemporary Art
Our new Center features three galleries: the Yasmine C. Iskander Gallery for large and group shows; Gallery Vivienne, a state-of-the-art black-box space well-suited for digital and installation work; and the Sally & John Simms Gallery perfect for intimate and solo shows.
Learn and Share Experiences
MPA Berlage expands our existing education programs with the fully equipped Natasha & Mae Iskander Ceramics Studio alongside new, versatile teaching spaces. The studio is also home MPA Clay offer ceramics classes and workshops for all levels, alongside memberships for experienced makers.
Experience MPA Hospitality at Café Monet
Café Monet places art at the center of daily life. Our all-day café and bistro developed in partnership with
KNEAD Hospitality + Design is a welcoming place to linger before or after visiting our galleries.
