CASH and SECURITIES
Your cash donation will be used to support Teatown’s essential mission. Gifts of appreciated securities (e.g. stocks, bonds) can benefit both donor and Teatown.
Stock and Security Information
PLANNED GIFTS
Planned Gifts, including wills, annuities, charitable remainder trusts, life insurance and IRAs, among others, are graciously accepted at Teatown.
Gerard and Marjorie Swope Planned Giving Society
MATCHING GIFT and VOLUNTEER INCENTIVE PROGRAMS
Be sure to check with your company’s benefits administrator . . . many businesses match their employees’ contributions and provide a donation to organizations where their employees volunteer.
ANNUAL APPEAL
When you respond to Teatown’s annual appeal with a gift, your donation is put to good use. Your donation helps cover the cost of Teatown’s education programs, the care and maintenance of the preserve and its inhabitants as well as general operating expenses
HONORARIUM and MEMORIAL TRIBUTES
A gift in someone’s honor or memory affords you a creative opportunity to pay tribute or give thanks to that special family member or friend.
UNITED WAY DESIGNATED GIVING
Your United Way gift can easily be designated to benefit Teatown Lake Reservation. On your donor form, simply indicate Teatown as your choice.
MEMORIAL BENCH
Purchase a unique handcrafted bench as a memorial or special gift to be placed in a mutually agreed location within our 875-acre preserve. All benches created by David Robinson of Natural Edge, in varying sizes and styles. Full cost of bench includes installation and maintenance for up to ten years. (Trailside locations are limited.)
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SPECIAL PROJECT OR FUND
Special projects often require special funds. If you are passionate about an issue, an initiative or have a particular area of interest, then you may wish to donate to an appeal for funding as needs arise.
GIFTS-IN-KIND
Gifts and services given in-kind are a practical way to support Teatown. From simple gardening carts, bird seed donations, and office furniture to veterinary or plumbing services, the staff and volunteers at Teatown are grateful for gifts that make their jobs easier or supplement our operating budget.
CONSERVATION EASEMENTS and LAND DONATIONS
As part of your legacy to future generations, you may wish to consider donating land for conservation purposes, or establish easements to help us grow our nature preserve.
ADOPT AN ANIMAL OR HABITAT
When you “adopt an animal” at Teatown, you are providing funds that will beused to care for Teatown’s animals that include small mammals, reptiles, amphibians and raptors (birds of prey). Many of these animals have been injured in the wild, would not survive if released, and depend on Teatown for food, shelter and medical care. Adopt an Animal Brochure
Please remember that you should always check with your estate planner or tax advisor to find out what type of gift is best for your situation. Teatown Lake Reservation is a 501 (C) (3) charitable organization; your donation is fully tax deductible as specified by IRS laws. Donation Information- IRS 990
For further details on any type of donor opportunity or more information on how you can donate to Teatown, please contact Anne Bishop, Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving, at 914-762-2912, ext. 113.
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