Programs

Equitable Rural Philanthropy

The Equitable Rural Philanthropy Program works to heighten the awareness and capacity of philanthropic entities to engage in rural communities.

Local Partnerships for Public Funding

The Local Partnerships for Public Funding Program develops and facilitates collaborations between statewide and community-based partners.

Nonprofit Capacity Community

The Nonprofit Capacity Community provides coaching, resource tools, and support for nonprofit leaders to achieve greater impact and sustainability within their organizations and communities.

North Carolina Inclusive Disaster Recovery Network (NCIDR)

NCIDR is a collaborative of public, non-profit, and faith-based organizations.

Dan Broun Award and Internship

MDC offers an internship to honor the late Dan Broun, a staff member who championed place-based strategies to improve outcomes for marginalized people in rural communities in the South.

Rural Forward

Rural Forward identifies, strengthens, supports leaders to make rural counties healthier and thriving.

Race Matters Institute

The Race Matters Institute works toward a more just and vibrant nation where every child, family and community thrives.

George B. Autry Fellowship for Southern Policy & Research

The Autry Fellowship is a two-year professional experience for early career professionals interested in equity-centered research and policy in the U.S. South.

Advance Just Tax Systems

Expand economic opportunity and help communities and states grow stronger through just tax policies and access strategies.

Access to Essential Supports

Strengthening the systems that connect people to the resources they need to build stability and opportunity across the South.

Workforce Opportunity

Building the partnerships and systems that create quality jobs and stronger workforce pathways.