Membership and Donations

Piedmont Wildlife Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that depends primarily on donations and membership to fund its activities. There are many ways in which you can donate:

If you would like to donate office equipment, supplies or other in-kind items, please see the Wildlife Wishlist for the types of items we need. On this page you will also find contact information for our Wildlife Wishlist coordinator.

If you are able to support us financially, you can send your contribution directly to the Piedmont Wildlife Center or call us for more information. People who donate $35 are considered members of Piedmont Wildlife Center as long as they meet all other membership criteria specified by our bylaws. We can accept donations by mail or fax, over the phone using Visa, Mastercard, or Discover, or by using PayPal.

There are naming opportunities available for our Parkwood facility. If you so desire, we will apply a suitable sign, plaque, or inscription on one or more of the items listed here. Your donation may be put towards the named item or may be used for any purpose in line with the mission of Piedmont Wildlife Center.

Credit Card over a Secure Server (via PayPal)

You can join Piedmont Wildlife Center with your credit card. Please enter the amount you would like to donate in the box below. When you select the "Donate" button you will be taken to a secure server where you can transmit your credit card information directly to our credit card processor. Please enter the amount you are donating. Suggested membership levels are listed below but you are free to donate any amount. All donations of $35 or more qualify for membership.: $ If this gift is in honor or memory of someone, is a naming opportunity, or related to WUNC Radio, please add additional information below. Payment will be made through PayPal. You do not need to establish a PayPal account to pay using PayPal, simply click the "Secure Checkout" button on the next page. Membership Levels $35 Member; $100 Supporting Member; $250 Contributing Member; $500 Wildlife Partner; $1000 Conservationist's Circle; $2500 Wildlife Advocate's Circle; $5000 Director's Circle

By mail or fax

Print out a donation form, fill it out, and mail it to: Piedmont Wildlife Center 364 Leigh Farm Rd. Durham, NC 27707 or fax it to (919) 493-0988. Donation Form: html

By phone

Call us at 919 489-0900 and we can take your donation over the phone. Please have your credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover) handy.