Musicians play in the planetarium, with a large cosmic-themed projection featuring a classical figure and celestial bodies.

SUPPORT THE CLAY CENTER

SUPPORT THE CLAY CENTER

Your gift has the power to inspire creativity, learning, and wonder for all West Virginians.

When you give to the Clay Center, you champion a cause that’s vital to West Virginia—STEAM education and the arts. Every gift, no matter the size, is powerful: Whether you give to the Annual Fund, become a Sponsor, attend an event, or anything in between, your gift has a meaningful and lasting impact.

Donate Online

Make a one-time or monthly donation through our secure online portal, processed via EFT.

Donate by Phone

Contact Carleigh Abbott at 304-561-3589 or Kathy Bush at 304-561-3588.

Donate by Mail

Mail a check, made payable to the Clay Center, to One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301.

More Ways to Give

Questions? Please contact:

Kathy Bush, The W. Marston & Katharine B. Becker VP of Development
304-561-3588 | kbush@theclaycenter.org

Carleigh Abbott, Individual Giving Specialist
304-561-3589 | cabbott@theclaycenter.org

Give with Confidence

The Clay Center’s commitment to accountability and transparency has earned it a 2025 Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, the world’s largest source of information on nonprofit organizations, and 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator.

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“We are delighted to provide the Clay Center with third-party accreditation that validates their operational excellence,” said Michael Thatcher, President and CEO of Charity Navigator. “The Four-Star Rating is the highest possible rating an organization can achieve. We are eager to see the good work that the Clay Center is able to accomplish in the years ahead.”