Ways to Give | Shape the Future
Shape the Future of Ceramic Arts
Your gift to the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) advances education, access, and opportunity for ceramic artists. Together, we sustain a vibrant, connected field where artists, educators, students, collectors, and communities can create, learn, and thrive.
NCECA Annual Fund
As NCECA strives to regain the vibrancy of in-person gatherings while building valuable opportunities and resources for its membership and the field year-round, your support of ongoing operations is more critical than ever.
Making a gift to the Annual Fund sustains the essential work of NCECA, carrying the organization's mission forward in the most responsive ways possible. Annual Fund donations empower NCECA to apply support where and when it is most needed.
Marge Levy
Giving Creates Lasting Impact
Every gift helps NCECA invest in the people and programs that move ceramic arts forward. Donor support strengthens educational opportunities, professional development, exhibitions, artist fellowships, scholarships, and meaningful connections across the global ceramic arts community.
Meet Marge Levy
"There is generosity at the core of NCECA"
Malcolm Mobutu Smith
MaPó Kinnord
Simon Levin
"I love NCECA for being a place that crosses over all the intersecting lines of educational opportunities, the young and the old, the mentors and the mentees in a sort of democratic space of engagement where we can all celebrate our love of clay and our love of learning and helping each other achieve success in this world."
- Malcolm Mobutu Smith
"I want everybody to come to NCECA so they'll get this inspiration to continue their creative life. "
-MaPó Kinnord
"The most beautiful thing about NCECA is that it does not have a sense of scarcity. It's always bringing more and more people into NCECA. The organization has expanded, and grown, and embraced."
-Simon Levin
Giving Circles
NCECA’s Giving Circles invite supporters at every level to become active partners in sustaining creativity, education, and community. Your generosity helps ensure that ceramic arts continue to thrive for generations to come.
The Makers Circle
$100–$999
Supporting creativity at its roots
The Makers Circle is the heart of our donor community. These gifts—at every level—collectively make an extraordinary difference, supporting day-to-day programming, educational access, and community engagement.
Benefits include:
Recognition as a Makers Circle supporter
Subscription to our donor and impact communications
Invitations to open community events and programs
The knowledge that your generosity directly supports creativity and learning
The Collectors Circle
$1,000+
Collectors and buyers supporting the creative ecosystem
The Collectors Circle celebrates individuals whose love of collecting and supporting creative work extends into philanthropy. These donors help sustain artists, educators, and programs that strengthen the cultural landscape.
Benefits include:
Recognition as a Collectors Circle member
Invitations to special collector-focused programs or experiences
Opportunities to engage more deeply with artists and educational initiatives
Impact updates connecting your giving to the creative community
The Community Circle
$1,000–$5,000
Powering connection and collective impact
Community Circle members believe in the power of collective support. Their gifts directly advance programs, scholarships, educational opportunities, and community-building efforts—ensuring broad access and meaningful engagement.
Benefits include:
Recognition in annual reports and on our website
Invitations to member-only updates and gatherings
Regular impact communications highlighting how your gift is used
A strong sense of connection to the community you are helping build
The Catalyst Circle
$5,000+
Fueling innovation and transformative impact
Catalyst Circle donors are champions of growth and possibility. Their generosity enables us to launch new initiatives, expand access, and respond boldly to emerging opportunities across our community.
Benefits include:
Prominent recognition across select print and digital platforms
Invitations to exclusive events and behind-the-scenes experiences
Opportunities to support or underwrite specific programs or initiatives
Personalized stewardship and impact updates
The Legacy Circle
Legacy Gifts
Honoring visionaries who ensure our future
The Legacy Circle recognizes individuals and families who make planned or legacy gifts that secure the long-term vitality of our organization. These gifts—made through bequests, beneficiary designations, or other planned giving vehicles—create an enduring impact that extends far beyond a single moment.
Benefits include:
Recognition as a Legacy Circle member (with respect for anonymity if preferred)
Invitations to special legacy and impact briefings
Opportunities to align your legacy with specific programs or initiatives
The knowledge that your commitment will shape the future of our field
The Foundational Circle
Strengthening the core of our mission
Members of the Foundational Circle provide critical support that sustains our organization’s infrastructure, programs, and strategic growth. These gifts serve as a steady foundation—allowing us to plan thoughtfully, respond to community needs, and invest in long-term impact.
Benefits include:
Recognition on our website and annual materials
Invitations to insider updates and organizational briefings
Priority access to select events and programs
Meaningful connection to the ongoing work your support makes possible
Contact Dr. Jessica Merritt, NCECA Development Manager, at Jessica@nceca.net and schedule a one on one consultation. Call directly at (720) 307-5510.