Personal Philanthropy

“Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.”

Desmond Tutu

Giving Levels & Donor Recognition

Philanthropy is a personal decision and engagement comes in many forms. You can attend an event, subscribe to a newsletter, download content, share information on social media, volunteer your skills, offer up ideas and insights, and/or donate. 

If you decide you’d like to financially contribute to Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park, you will be recognized at the appropriate giving level. Listed below are our annual, major, and planned gift giving levels. 

Annual Gifts

Mitchelville Citizen

With a one-time donation of $18.62, you help tell the important historical story of Mitchelville for one month.

Benefits
  • A digital badge with certificate of citizenship

The Citizen's Club

With a monthly recurring donation of $18.62, you help tell the important historical story of Mitchelville throughout the entire year.

Benefits
  • A digital badge with certificate of citizenship
  • Mention in the monthly e-newsletter

The Artisan Club

$250$499 Annual Donation 

Town Council Club

$500$999 Annual Donation

Benefits
  • A digital badge with certificate of citizenship
  • Mention in the monthly e-newsletter
  • A listing in the Annual Report

Praise House Circle

$1,000$2,499 Annual Donation 

Tubman Circle

$2,500$4,999 Annual Donation

Benefits
  • A digital badge with certificate of citizenship
  • Mention in the monthly e-newsletter
  • A listing in the Annual Report
  • A listing in campaign publications
  • Recognition on a donor wall or other structure
Major Gifts

Murchinson Circle

$5,000-$9,999 Donation

General Mitchel Circle

$10,000-$24,999 Donation

Freedom Circle

$25,000-$49,999 Donation

Builder

$50,000-$99,999 Donation

Benefits
  • A digital badge with certificate of citizenship
  • Mention in the monthly e-newsletter
  • A listing in the Annual Report
  • A listing in campaign publications
  • Recognition on a donor wall or other structure
  • Recognition at fundraising events
  • Recognition at a campaign gala

Benefactor

$100,000-$249,999 Donation

Patron

$250,000-$499,999 Donation

Founder

$500,000-$999,999 Donation

1862 Pioneer

$1,000,000+ Donation

Benefits
  • A digital badge with certificate of citizenship
  • Mention in the monthly e-newsletter
  • A listing on the website
  • A listing in the Annual Report
  • A listing in campaign publications
  • Recognition on a donor wall or other structure
  • Recognition at fundraising events
  • Recognition at a campaign gala
  • A profile in the Annual Report
  • A profile on the website
  • Naming opportunities
Dr. Benjamin Williams Legacy Society

$35,000 minimum through a will bequest or beneficiary designation

Benefits
  • A personal thank you from HMFP’s Executive Director and Board Chair.
  • A digital badge recognizing your membership in the Dr. Benjamin Williams Legacy Society.
  • Free access to estate, tax, and charitable gift planning tools and resources.
  • Inspire others to follow your lead by giving HMFP permission to recognize you publicly.

Mitchelville Preservation Project Inc. dba Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park, Inc. is a registered 501(c)3 organization. Our EIN number is 272308109. Your donation is tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.