Planned Giving

We connect people, nature and communities through a world-class trail system in the Methow Valley. You can leave a trails legacy to help support this mission into the future.

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Help secure the future of Methow Trails by including us in your legacy through planned giving. These gifts provide sustaining support and offer you meaningful ways to make an impact beyond your lifetime.

We strongly encourage all prospective donors to consult with their trusted financial advisors, estate planning attorneys, or other professional advisors before making any planned giving arrangements. Working together with your advisors allows you to create a giving plan that fits seamlessly within your overall financial and estate planning goals.

Our staff can provide information about Methow Valley Sport Trails Association's mission and charitable status to assist your advisors in guiding you through the planned giving process.

Thank you, truly, for considering Methow Trails as part of your legacy.

Leave a legacy through your planned gift

Some options to support Methow Trails into the future include:

  1. Leave a Bequest. You can include Methow Trails in your will or trust by specifying a dollar amount,
    percentage, or particular asset. Your bequest helps support our trails for generations. Our
    official name is Methow Valley Sport Trails Association, tax ID #91-1027957.

  2. Donate Stock. You may donate stocks directly to Methow Trails through the Community Foundation of
    North Central Washington (CNFCW). Contact us for detailed instructions on how to transfer stock gifts safely and efficiently.

  3. Donate via Your Donor Advised Fund. If you have a Donor Advised Fund, you can recommend a grant to Methow Trails. Follow your fund’s instructions for designation and let us know about your gift so we can thank you
    properly.

  4. Donate Your Life Insurance Policy. You can name Methow Trails as a beneficiary or transfer ownership of your life insurance policy to us. This future gift is a powerful way to support our mission affordably during your
    lifetime.

  5. Gift Your Assets. Consider gifting all or part of your IRA, 401(k), or insurance policies. You may designate
    Methow Trails to receive a portion or all of these assets after your lifetime to provide lasting support.

  6. Donate Your Annual IRA Minimum Distribution. If you are 70.5 or older, you may donate from your annual IRA Required Minimum Distribution directly to Methow Trails. These gifts can provide tax advantages while supporting our work.

  7. Donate Real Estate. Gifting real estate can support Methow Trails directly or can be liquidated to benefit our mission. We encourage discussing this with us and your advisors to ensure a smooth process.

Get started or learn more

For questions or to discuss planned giving options tailored to your situation, please contact us at james@methowtrails.org or call 509-996-3287. We are here to help you leave a lasting impact.

Thank you.