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Invest in families' safety and opportunity

Your support funds the programs that keep North Carolina families safe, well and supported.

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Founding Families Campaign

Help us raise $16,500 each month

To keep classes small and our doors open. Tuition and Opportunity Scholarships cover part of what it costs to run a full-time school. Community gifts cover the rest.

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Zeffy charges no fees, so 100% of your gift goes to our students.

Why your support matters now

We grew to meet urgent need. The budget didn't grow with us.

Unrestricted gifts are what keep the doors open — and what let us put money where the need is sharpest in any given month.

Small classesFewer than 10 per class only works if we can pay the staff.
A vanStaff currently use their own cars for swimming, the farm and pantry runs.
Early childhoodFinishing the build-out so The Garden can open in January 2027.
Amir Institute students working together in the school garden
Your gift funds A childSafe enough to focus on learning.
Your gift funds A familyFood, job support and a trusted place to go.
Ways to give

Five ways to invest in this work

01

Make a Financial Donation

One-time and recurring donations provide the flexible, unrestricted funding we need most.

Donate

Zeffy charges no fees, so 100% of your gift goes to our students.

Unrestricted gifts are the most useful kind — they go wherever the need is sharpest that month: a student's transport, classroom supplies, a teacher's salary.

One-time gift

A single contribution of any size, applied wherever the need is greatest right now.

Monthly giving

Recurring support that lets us plan ahead, keep great staff and commit to families with confidence.

Restricted gift

Prefer to fund something specific — the van, the pantry, early childhood? Tell us and we'll direct it.

02

Donate In-Kind

Amir Institute needs physical resources to serve families well. Your donations of supplies, equipment and materials make an immediate impact.

Arrange a Donation

Or call (919) 237-3380

Current priority needs

Transportation
  • Van or shuttle bus for weekly field experiences
  • Gas cards for staff transportation
  • Vehicle maintenance support
School & Learning Supplies
  • Classroom furniture and storage solutions
  • Books and educational materials for grades 2–12
  • Art supplies and creative resources
  • Technology devices (laptops, tablets, software)
  • Science and STEM materials
  • Sports and physical education equipment
  • Outdoor learning and garden supplies
Food & Wellness
  • Non-perishable food items for pantry distribution
  • Fresh produce and farm-partnership support
  • Hygiene products and personal care items
  • First aid and health education materials
Operational Support
  • Office supplies and equipment
  • Cleaning and maintenance supplies
  • Furniture for administrative and family spaces
  • Technology infrastructure (printers, copiers, internet)
Family & Community Resources
  • Clothing and seasonal items
  • Baby supplies and early childhood resources
  • Job-readiness materials (professional clothing, resume supplies)
  • Gift cards for families facing emergencies
Something else?
  • If you have supplies, equipment or professional services that aren't on this list, we'd still like to hear from you. Many of the most useful donations we receive are ones we didn't think to ask for.
03

Volunteer With Us

Amir Institute welcomes volunteers who want to invest their time, skills and energy in supporting families across our communities.

Sign Up to Volunteer
Mentoring and tutoring students
Packing and distributing food boxes
Assisting with community events and family programming
Providing administrative or operational support
Sharing professional skills — legal, medical, financial, technology, trades
Leading workshops or classes in your area of expertise
Supporting early childhood programming
Helping with facility maintenance and improvement projects
04

Partner with Amir

If your organization shares our commitment to safety, wellness and opportunity, let's explore what we could do together.

Start a Conversation

Corporate Partners

Businesses can partner through sponsorships, employee engagement, in-kind donations and collaborative programming — helping us expand our reach and serve more families.

Foundation & Grant Partners

Funders interested in whole-child wellness, education, family support, community healing, trauma-informed programming and survivor services are invited to connect with us.

Community Partners

We collaborate with schools, nonprofits, healthcare providers, faith communities and civic organizations to strengthen the network of family support.

05

Legacy Giving

Leave a lasting impact by including Amir Institute in your estate planning.

Learn About Legacy Giving

A bequest costs nothing today, can be changed at any time, and gives Amir something rare: the ability to plan beyond the next funding cycle.

Amir Institute is a North Carolina nonprofit organization. Please consult your own attorney or financial adviser about the tax treatment of any gift — we're not able to give legal or financial advice.

Before you give

Questions donors ask us

What does "unrestricted" funding actually mean?
It means the gift isn't tied to one program, so we can apply it wherever the need is greatest that month — a student's transport, classroom supplies, keeping a teacher on staff. Restricted gifts are welcome too; unrestricted ones are simply the hardest to raise and the most useful to receive.
Can I give to a specific program?
Yes. Tell us where you'd like your gift directed — the school, Farm to Family, early childhood care, survivor support, or the van — and we'll apply it there and report back on what it funded.
How do I arrange an in-kind donation?
Send us a message through the contact form or call (919) 237-3380. We'll confirm what we can accept, arrange collection or drop-off, and provide an acknowledgment for your records.
Do you accept corporate volunteer days?
We do. Group volunteering works best around pantry distribution, facility projects and community events. Get in touch and we'll find a date and a project that suits your team's size and skills.
Will my donation be acknowledged?
Yes — every donor receives an acknowledgment. If you'd prefer your gift to remain anonymous in any public listing, just let us know when you give.

Amir Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 81-5347337. Gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

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