Ways to Give
Become a Member
Become a member
In addition to our many membership benefits, joining the Appalachian Trail Conservancy places you among the distinguished group of people committed to supporting and conserving one of our country's most treasured icons. The Appalachian Trail was recently ranked by National Geographic Adventures as the one of the top 10 outdoor adventures in America. Your support means future generations will continue to benefit from this environmental and recreational resource.
Make an Annual Fund Gift Online
Annual Fund
By making a gift online, you ensure that future generations will enjoy the clean air and water, scenic vistas, wildlife and opportunities for simple recreation and renewal along the entire Trail corridor. ATC accepts the following credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express, as well as its own ATC credit card through Bank of America (both Visa and MasterCard). Credit card gifts can also be made by phone -- please contact the development office at 304-535-6331, ext. 120.
Make a Gift of ATC Membership
Gift memberships
Giving a gift membership is a wonderful way to spread the knowledge about the Appalachian Trail and the thousands of volunteers who protect and maintain this national treasure. New members receive all the benefits of membership including six issues of A.T. Journeys, discounts on ATC merchandise, and a decal for your car.
Make a Gift of Stock
Gifts of appreciated securities or stock are a quick and easy way for you to make a meaningful gift to ATC, avoid capital gains and receive a tax deduction for the fair market value at the time of the transfer. When making a gift of stock, please always contact your own financial planner before making the gift.
You will need the following information for your broker to facilitate an electronic transfer of stock.
Contact:
John M. Barry, BB&T Philanthropic Services
304.348.7271 (ph)
304.353.1716 (fax)
888.230.3872 (toll free)
DTC Participant Number: 2319
Account Number: BU0043 (please use the numeric 00)
FFC: 1252005537 -Appalachian Trail Conservancy
*Please also let the ATC Development Office know of your intentions so that we might best serve and acknowledge you. contact: Royce Gibson 304.535.6331 ext. 122
Make a Memorial Gift
Memorial gifts
Make a donation in memory of a loved one and ATC will send a personalized letter to the bereaved family acknowledging your thoughtfulness. You will also receive a personalized acknowledgement.
Make a Tribute Gift
Tribute gifts
Celebrate the special occasions of friends or family with a gift to protect and conserve the Appalachian Trail. Personalized acknowledgements will be sent to you and the special person you are honoring.
Make a Planned Gift
Make a planned gift
When thinking about your financial planning, keep in mind that by naming ATC in your will as a beneficiary, or by establishing charitable gift annuity or charitable trust, you are not only supporting the future of the A.T. -- you may also realize financial and tax benefits for you and your loved ones. Supporters who do make a planned gift are welcomed into the Appalachian Trail Legacy Society. As a member, you will receive benefits such as advance notice to special events, a listing in our annual report, a beautiful calendar, and occasional insider updates. Please consult your own financial planner or tax advisor before making a planned gift. For more information, please call 304-535-6331, ext. 121.
Gifts of Property
Please contact the Director of Development at 304-535-6331 to discuss a gift of property.
Purchase a Life Membership
Life membership
Join at the $1,000 level, and your gift will be placed in our life membership endowment fund, providing funding to ATC's programs to build and protect the A.T. — a gift that keeps on giving.
Carry the Appalachian Trail Conservancy Platinum Plus® Visa credit card.
Make your purchases in style – while receiving top quality benefits and service with no annual fee. This special program offers a low introductory annual percentage rate and a credit line up to $100,000. Carry the only card that helps support ATC programs and initiatives at no additional cost to you. Bank of America will make a $50 contribution to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy when your new account is activated and a $1 contribution each year your account is renewed. And Bank of America will make an additional contribution of 0.50% of net retail purchases made on your ATC Visa credit card. Simply click here to apply online today, or call 1-800-932-2775 and mention Priority Code FABB7F.
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy WorldPoints Visa Credit Card: The Most Rewarding Card of AllSM
Earn points and get the rewards you want—cash, travel, merchandise, and gift certificates—now with easy online redemption, too! Only the WorldPoints® card gives you the freedom to choose so much, so easily-and with no annual fee. Plus, Bank of America will make a $50 contribution to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy when your new account is activated and a $1 contribution each year your account is renewed. And Bank of America will make an additional contribution of 0.20% of net retail purchases made on your ATC Visa credit card. Simply click here to apply online today, or call 1-800-932-9775 and mention Priority Code FAB3UL.
*Please feel free to contact ATC with general questions about any of our Ways to Give programs at membership@appalachiantrail.org or write to:
Membership
Appalachian Trail Conservancy
P.O. Box 807
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
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