COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS + SUPPORT

Giving

Giving at MLC is not about obligation — it is about participation. Every gift strengthens the community we share.

For nearly 45 years, Montessori Learning Community has nurtured children’s independence, curiosity, and connection to community. Our classrooms are intentionally prepared. Our teachers are deeply trained guides. Our families form a vibrant and supportive network rooted in the mountains we call home.

Tuition sustains our daily operations — but it does not fully fund the level of excellence, enrichment, and long-term vision that define MLC.

Philanthropy bridges that gap.

Montessori Learning Community of Asheville

When you give to MLC, you invest in:

  • Beautiful, purposefully prepared Montessori environments

  • Enrichment programs in music, language, art, and outdoor education

  • Professional growth and training for our teachers

  • Campus improvements that enhance safety and accessibility

  • The long-term sustainability of our school for generations of Asheville families

Our Current Priority:
The Relocation Campaign

We are stepping into an exciting new chapter as we relocate our West campus or expand into a space designed to support our growing community.

This campaign will allow us to:

  • Create inspiring environments for science, the arts, and hands-on discovery

  • Enhance outdoor spaces for exploration and play

  • Improve accessibility and safety

  • Ensure the long-term sustainability of MLC

This is an investment not simply in buildings — but in children.

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Make a Gift

We invite every family, alum, friend, and community partner to participate at a level that is meaningful to them. Leadership gifts accelerate progress. Broad participation reflects the strength of our community.

Every contribution matters.

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Giving Levels

Each level reflects both the spirit of Montessori education and the place we call home in Asheville.
All donors receive: A personalized thank-you, a tax-deductible receipt, and recognition (unless anonymity is requested).
Leadership-level gifts may include additional recognition opportunities, including naming opportunities where appropriate.

  • Seed & Sprout Circle

    Up to $299
    Supporting classroom materials, enrichment supplies, and the daily work of childhood.

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  • Independence Circle

    $300 – $599
    Rooted in Montessori’s belief in fostering independence, these gifts help children grow in confidence within prepared environments.

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  • Blue Ridge Circle

    $600 – $999
    Grounded in our mountain home, this level reflects steady support that strengthens classrooms and community.

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  • Guide Circle

    $1,000 – $1,980
    Named in honor of our Montessori guides, these gifts invest in teacher development, leadership, and program excellence.

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  • Club 1981

    $1,981
    In honor of the year MLC first opened its doors, Club 1981 celebrates our legacy while investing in our future.

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  • Prepared Environment Circle

    $1,982 – $4,999
    Supporting the intentional spaces where children explore, discover, and thrive.

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  • French Broad Circle

    $5,000 – $9,999
    Like the river that runs through Asheville, these leadership gifts carry our mission forward and sustain long-term growth.

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  • Mountain Legacy Circle

    $10,000+
    Transformational support that ensures Montessori Learning Community of Asheville continues to serve children and families for generations to come.

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Local businesses and organizations are invited to partner with MLC in meaningful ways — from leadership gifts to sponsoring community gatherings such as Montessori Morning Mingles.

Customized partnership opportunities are available. We would love to connect.

Corporate & Community Giving

Gifts may be made in honor or memory of someone special — a beloved teacher, grandparent, alum, or child whose life has been shaped by Montessori education.

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Together, We Build the Future

When our entire community participates, we demonstrate the strength, stability, and shared belief that define Montessori Learning Community.

Your gift — at any level — helps ensure that MLC continues to nurture independence, curiosity, and connection for generations to come.

For questions about giving or partnership opportunities:

Sarah Harris McClure
Director of Community Outreach and Development
outreach@mlcasheville.org

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