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from the Mighty Mississippi to the Great Smoky Mountains and beyond . . .
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In our continuing efforts to keep our operation streamlined and to deal effectively with budget constraints, the Foundation staff has identified several areas where we believe you can be of help.
Monitoring Foundation Land Projects Our Foundation now holds stewardship responsibility for twenty easements, and holds fee title to six additional properties. Each needs to be monitored at least once per year. The Foundation is preparing a training session that will give you the background and understanding needed to assist us by visiting these properties, and preparing the appropriate reports.
Identifying Sources of Support Are you aware of individuals, organizations, or businesses that may be interested in the Foundation’s work? We need to know about them!
Presenting Programs that Enhance Visibility Do you have specialized knowledge and experience in areas like botany, entomology, forestry, or other life sciences; outdoor photography, orienteering, canoeing, rock climbing, or hiking? The Foundation wants to encourage our growing membership to visit our land projects and to bring their friends – other potential members – to see Tennessee’s treasures and support our work.
Identifying Sources of Recognition Gifts Do you know an artisan or craftsman/woman who produces something special? Tennessee artists are particularly favored.
For more information on how you can help us, please contact Nora Beck at (615) 386-3171 or by email: conservetenngreen@earthlink.net
Move down this page: When considering the size of your gift, please remember that you may make an outright gift or a pledge that can be paid over several years. Contributions are tax deductible. Gifts by Credit Card or Bank Draft We offer members and supporters a convenient way to make regular donations in monthly or quarterly installments, or as a one-time gift billed to their Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover card. You can designate your contribution for specific projects or it can go into the general fund to be used where it's most needed. In addition, we can now process contributions by monthly bank draft. There is a $10 per monthly minimum for this option. For more information and instructions, please contact Patricia VornDick at (615) 386-3171. Gifts can also be made through our secure PayPal account. We can accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and e-checks. Any appreciated asset, such as stock or land, that is donated to the Foundation qualifies for a federal tax deduction and avoids the tax on capital gains while you receive a tax deduction for the current value at the time of the donation. Gifts of land may come to our Foundation in two categories: those which are important conservation lands, which will be directly added to Tennessee's open space heritage, and those which can be sold or traded so that the proceeds can help protect critical open space. Either type of land is a valuable gift to us. If its value has risen over time, land gifts are considered an appreciated asset and the beneficial tax treatment described above can apply. If you have property that you would like to consider donating, please contact Dianne Naff at (615) 386-3171 or by email: landacq@earthlink.net to discuss your options. Donate Your Car, Boat, RV, or Airplane
We know it takes more than just a dedicated board of directors and a hard-working staff to accomplish our mission, vision, and goals. Much of our success is due to the strong working relationships and partnerships with others. Because we have a lean staff, we depend on the services of volunteers. We offer a wide range of volunteer opportunities for individuals, groups, families, teenagers and adults from helping out at special events and leading hikes to trail building and maintenance to assisting in the office or even serving as a board member or advisor. Please contact Steve Walsh (615) 386-3171 or by email: stevewalsh.tpgf@earthlink.net for more information. Bequests, Charitable Remainder Unitrusts, and Other Planned Gifts Many planned gifts may not be directly applicable to purchase land or fund immediate projects. However, because our Foundation does have an existing Land Fund, it may be possible to use irrevocable bequest intentions or charitable remainder unitrusts as gifts for current or near term future projects. Please call the Foundation (615-386-3171) or you may fill out the Contact Information Form to discuss estate planning options. Future Gifts Protect Tennessee's Legacy of Beauty Bequests play an important role in building future capital to protect and preserve the beauty of Tennessee. To make a bequest to
the Tennessee Parks and Greenways Foundation, we suggest the following
language: For more information, please call Steve Walsh at (615) 386-3171. |
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