There are several ways to financial support the Center:
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Fund Development and Growth of the Center
The Washington Center for Psychoanalysis (WCP) is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a charitable non-profit organization exempt from federal taxes under section 501(c)3 of the IRS codes. This exemption was given primarily due to the extensive educational activities conducted by WCP. This means that WCP is free to solicit charitable contributions from the general population. Dues and tuition alone do not generate enough revenue to support the many programs and activities of the center.
In order to foster the growth and acceptance of psychotherapy in general and psychoanalysis in particular, WCP must engage on a realistic and challenging course to seek tax deductible contributions from its members and the general public.
In April 2007, the WCP Board of Directors approved a fund development plan for 2007-08 that calls for increased funding through the following areas:
- Board support. Last year, the WCP Board of Directors made personal contributions exceeding $30,000 to the Center.
- Member support. The general membership will be solicited, by mail, at least once a year, to provide voluntary contributions (above dues and tuition).
- Special events. A Gala is planned for 2008 in which current members and the general public will be invited.
- Grant solicitation. WCP will enhance its current grant support by seeking foundations that support mental health programs, and will draft grant applications that will provide additional funding.
- Charitable Estate Gifts. Also known as “planned giving”, this is one area of fund development that can offer many financial advantages to the donor above and beyond a tax deduction. More on this is provided on the next page.
- Memorials and Living Testimonials. This gives anyone an opportunity to either recognize a deceased individual or pay tribute to a living individual.
Contributors are recognized in print in this Catalogue, on WCP’s website and at various meetings for their generosity and support. Giving levels include:
- Benefactor – Gifts of $1,000 and above
- Donor – Gifts of $500 -$999
- Sustaining Member – Gifts of $250 to $499
- Contributing Member – Gifts of $1 to $249


