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Giving: Frequently Asked Questions

The Medical University of South Carolina receives less than 6% of its operating budget from the state, and national research funding is increasingly competitive. Private philanthropy is critical to our ability to continue to serve as the state’s premier resource for cancer research and treatment.

Private gifts enhance every aspect of Hollings by allowing us to:

  • Recruit the most talented and compassionate physicians, scientists, and caregivers.
  • Build the most advanced facilities.
  • Discover new ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer.
  • Deliver the most advanced treatment options to our patients.
  • Reach patients in need throughout the entire state.
  • Provide our patients with the most comprehensive range of services available.
  • Support ongoing cancer research.

Contributions to the Hollings Cancer Center are accepted through the Medical University of South Carolina Foundation. The Medical University of South Carolina Foundation is a 501c(3) organization, contributions to which are tax-deductible.

The Federal Tax Identification Number is 57-6028985.

MUSC Foundation IRS Determination Letter (PDF)

Absolutely! If you’re interested in volunteering for one of our special events, please contact Megan Baker at bakerme@musc.edu. If you would like more information about volunteer opportunities within Hollings Cancer Center or at MUSC, please visit Volunteer Services.

Please include the following text if you wish to direct obituary memorial gifts to the Hollings Cancer Center: Memorial gifts may be directed in lieu of flowers to the MUSC Foundation/Hollings Cancer Center, 18 Bee Street, MSC 450, Charleston, SC 29425.

If donating by mail, please include the person’s name in an accompanying letter with your gift. If you include the honoree's address (or the name and address of a family member), we will notify the individual that you have made a gift in his or her honor.

Please contact Megan Baker at bakerme@musc.edu with any questions.

When sending a gift by check, please note Hollings Cancer Center on the check or in an accompanying note. You may mail your check to the following address:

MUSC Foundation
18 Bee Street, MSC 450
Charleston, SC 29425

If you are interested in making a gift of stock, please contact us to help facilitate this process.

Leave a lasting legacy by remembering Hollings in your estate plans. For additional details, please contact us directly or visit the MUSC Office of Planned Giving.

Yes, in-kind gifts are appreciated for many of our events, including our annual fundraising gala, Gourmet & Grapes, where we host an auction. For more information, please contact our Special Events Manager, Megan Baker, at bakerme@musc.edu.

Additionally, patients are often in need of items during treatment to help make their time here a little more comfortable. The following items are accepted as in-kind gifts:

  • Individually packaged snacks and drinks — the healthier the better!
  • Fleece blankets (must be laundered).
  • Recent magazines.
  • Ensure/Boost shakes.
  • Costco gift cards.

Upon receiving your gift, the Medical University of South Carolina Foundation will send you a letter thanking you for your gift. This letter will indicate the amount of your gift, which you may use as a receipt for tax purposes.

For more information, please contact us at 843-792-4143 or toll free at 800-810-6872.