Ways you can Donate to Preserve Land Forever
Monetary Donation
Land Donation
There are several mechanisms for preserving land; a few of these are described below. It is the Land Trust’s responsibility to assess each situation and recommend the best mode of acquisition.
An “outright gift” is the simplest transfer. The donor surrenders title to the land, yet can specify certain restrictions upon its future use.
A “delayed gift” of property to the Land Trust can allow provisions for life tenancy by the donor as well as other benefits.
A “bargain sale” enables a land trust to purchase land at less than fair market value and may result in tax benefits for the seller.
There are many events each year where volunteers are needed. We hike our properties, check the boundaries and pick up any trash that has accumulated. The WLT organizes educational events each year and we also put together fundraisers like our “Auction and Party” of 2008 at the Whiting Mill in Winsted. Please contact us if you would like to help!
We invite you to join the Trust, to become acquainted with its objectives, to help in its administration, to share in its achievements.
Financial & Planned Gifts
Bequest/Will: Leaving land, cash, or property to the trust through your will.
Gifts of Stock/Securities: Donating appreciated stocks to avoid capital gains tax and get a deduction.
Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT): Donating property for an income stream (for you or beneficiaries) for life or a term, with the remainder going to the trust.
IRA Gifts: Donating from your IRA (especially your Required Minimum Distribution for those 70.5+) or naming the trust as a beneficiary.
Other Ways to Give
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs): Contributing assets to a fund and recommending grants to the land trust over time.
Matching Gifts: Your employer matches your donation.