Meridian's Corporate Council and Private Council provide substantive ways for members to interact with Meridian International Center. Members enjoy a view of the world from Washington's Center of policy, diplomacy and culture, while keeping access to the programs and people of Meridian and involvement in the strategic direction of the organization.
For more information on membership please contact Meridian's Development Office at (202) 939-5524 or
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Gifts that are not designated for a particular program or activity provide the funds to help preserve our historic buildings, sustain our vital programs, and enhance global engagement through the arts and cultural diplomacy.
Gifts may be directed to a specific program, activity, or a Meridian-identified need of interest to the donor. For additional information on funding needs, please contact Meridian's Development Office at (202) 939-5524 or
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Many companies will match an employee's gift up to a certain point and sometimes more than dollar-for-dollar, thereby increasing the impact of your gift. To find out if your employer has a matching gift program, please click on this link and enter your employer's name in the window, then hit "submit." Or, check with your employer to see if such a program is available and for any restrictions that might apply.
Gifts in Kind are another way of making a contribution to Meridian International Center. These may provide needed materials and products for operations, such as audio-visual and computer equipment; objects or artworks for its historic houses; or services such as construction or Web site development. If you are considering making a gift in kind, please contact Meridian's Development Office at (202) 939-5524 or
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to determine Meridian's interest in a particular gift.
The IRS provides generous incentives for charitable gifts in many forms. Donating long-term appreciated assets allows the donor to avoid capital gains taxes and to claim a charitable income tax deduction based on the full fair-market value of the gift. Gifts of real estate, stocks, bonds, and certain other real property can provide valuable benefit to Meridian International Center. For additional information about this type of gift or to notify Meridian of a transfer of property, please contact Meridian's Development Office at (202) 939-5524 or
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To make a gift of stock through a wire transfer, your broker may transfer the shares directly to Meridian International Center's account. Please Meridian's Development Office at (202) 939-5524 or
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for wiring instructions.
Building Meridian International Center's endowment is critical to ensuring that Meridian has a strong financial base from which to carry out its mission in the future. The Development Office would be happy to discuss naming opportunities and gifts to the endowment. Contact Meridian's Development Office at (202) 939-5524 or
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Meridian's Legacy program provides options for friends and supporters to ensure the future of the Center and its houses. Through estate and planned gifts, the Meridian Legacy remembers the first 50 years by providing for the next 50 years. Contact Meridian's Development Office at (202) 939-5524 or
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