Of the 201,600 acres that comprise the beautiful, bucolic Navarro River watershed, just over 14,000 have been protected. That is a mere 7%. With increasing pressures to develop pristine lands, it is more important than ever that acreage be preserved into perpetuity, protecting precious biodiversity and the very essence of Anderson Valley itself.

A contribution to AVLT will directly help conserve the spectacular natural resources of the watershed and the rich rural qualities that that make Anderson Valley so unique and desirable: Your contribution will help continue the delicate balance of  sustainable forest lands, organic regenerative wineries and farms, undeveloped open space and habitat for both wildlife and humans.

There are a variety of ways you may donate to the Anderson Valley Land Trust. Just click on the method below to learn more.

• Online Donations

• Estate and Planned Giving

• Donor-Advised Fund Donations

• Stock Donations

• Employer & Company Matching Donations

• Donating a Conservation Easement

Donate right here to easily make a gift. The Anderson Valley Land Trust is a nonprofit funded entirely through donations from private individuals, foundations and grants. If you wish, designate your gift to honor someone.

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A gift to the Anderson Valley Land Trust in your will, trust or other estate plans will ensure the working forests and farms, open spaces, and habitats of Anderson Valley are protected today and into perpetuity. Such a gift automatically enrolls you in the Anderson Valley Land Trust Legacy Society.

The Legacy  Society is our way of recognizing special individuals like you who make an estate gift to the Anderson Valley Land Trust.  Being a member of the Society allows us to recognize your generosity and commitment to the future of Anderson Valley and the Navarro River watershed. Legacy Society members are invited to special events and behind-the-scenes tours of various parts of the watershed.

Download this donation form and join the Anderson Valley Land Trust Legacy Society today! Please let us know (avlt@mcn.org) if you have already named the Anderson Valley Land Trust as a beneficiary of your estate. Informing us helps with our planning and gives us the opportunity to acknowledge you as a member of the Legacy Society.

There are many different ways you can arrange a meaningful personal commitment to the AVLT. The most common types of planned gifts are:

·       A bequest in your will or revocable trust.  Over 80% of all legacy gifts are bequests. You can arrange to leave AVLT a specific dollar amount or asset, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder after specific gifts to loved ones have been made.

·       A gift or assignment of qualified retirement plan assets, such as an IRA, 401(k) or 403(b).

·       Designating AVLT as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy.

·       A life-income gift that names AVLT as a remainder beneficiary, such as a charitable remainder trust, or a charitable gift annuity.

I bequeath __________ (dollar amount or % of estate) to the Anderson Valley Land Trust Legacy, a not-for-profit organization, with address P.O. Box 141, Boonville, CA 95415; Tax ID# 94-3142400.

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·       A life-income gift that names AVLT as a remainder beneficiary, such as a charitable remainder trust, or a charitable gift annuity.

A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a charitable vehicle  allowing donors to make a contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants from the fund over time. If you have a DAF, you can recommend grants directly to support AVLT. Donors recommend donations to AVLT from many DAFs, with some of the most common being  Community Foundation of Mendocino County,  Fidelity Charitable,  or Schwab Charitable . If you have a DAF, click on the link above to be redirected to the DAF page to initiate your donation recommendation.

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Stock donations are a very popular and easy way to give. They can have significant tax advantages and you will receive a tax deduction for the value of the stock. The Anderson Valley Land Trust is set up with Vanguard to accept your donations of appreciated stock. If you choose this option, please email and we will assist you with the process. 

Here are gift instructions to provide your bank or broker:

I wish to make a gift to the Anderson Valley Land Trust of “x” shares of “XYZ” Corporation. Please transfer the stock as follows:

Beneficiary: Anderson Valley Land Trust

Vanguard Account #0994604824

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Matching gifts can double your donation to AVLT! Many companies have a matching gift program where you make your donation directly to AVLT or through your workplace giving program, and your company then matches the amount you donated.

Here’s how to have your gift matched:

§  Ask your employer if they have a matching gift program.

§  Follow the instructions provided by your employer.

If indicated, make your donation directly to AVLT online or by mail and let us know your company’s name.

Are You a Landowner?

Traditionally, the Anderson Valley Land Trust has a long record of accepting donations of conservation easements—gifts designed to protect the Navarro River and its tributaries, upland and riverine habitats, and Anderson Valley’s forests, working farms and open spaces. Depending upon a particular landowner’s financial situation, donating a conservation easement may entitle the landowner to various federal income and estate tax benefits. For more information about donating a conservation easement and the federal tax incentives click here.

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When you give land to the Anderson Valley Land Trust, you are creating a permanent legacy, helping to ensure that the Anderson Valley remains a uniquely picturesque and beautiful, rural environment.  The Anderson Valley Land Trust could also accept gifts of other rural real estate, and would do so with the intent of placing a conservation easement on that property and selling it on the open market to support our land conservation mission. With the donor’s permission to sell the property, AVLT can convert the value of real estate into strategic purchases of more conservation land in the Navarro River Watershed and Anderson Valley.

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If you own a vineyard, winery, hotel, Air B&B, restaurant, or other business in Anderson Valley (or even elsewhere!) you know that Anderson Valley is a truly special place. You understand that conserved lands help maintain our rural lifestyle and are vital to both a healthy local ecology and economy. As a Business Partner, you are a visible part of the effort to protect Anderson Valley’s working and scenic landscapes. You take a place as a critical  part of an engaged community that cares about preserving our rural heritage . . . a value that draws people from far away and from all walks of life to softly land here, visit and enjoy.

Business Partners commit to donating a minimum of $5,000 per year to support our work. In return, we make sure there is visibility accompanying your donation. Your business name and/or logo will appear in our publications, online, and at selected special events.

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The Anderson Valley Land Trust is firmly committed to protecting the privacy of all donors. We never sell, trade or lend your name or any information you provide to us. We will not send you mailings on behalf of another organization. If you want to maintain a very low profile, just tell us and we will acknowledge you publicly in our newsletters as “Anonymous”. If you do provide your contact information, you will receive periodic communications from the AVLT by mail, phone, and email. The information you receive is designed to keep you updated on the work of the AVLT and the impact we are making. If at any time you would like to remove your name from our list, please call us at 707-895-3150 or email avlt@mcn.org.