Leave a Legacy
The trails we enjoy today did not happen by accident. They exist because people cared enough to invest in their communities and build something that would last beyond themselves. Legacy gifts continue that tradition of stewardship.
BETA works to help unite and strengthen Adirondack communities through a diverse and welcoming network of bike and ski trails that bring people outside, together. By including a legacy gift to BETA in your estate plan, you can help ensure that the trails, outdoor experiences, and strong communities that define this region remain vibrant for generations to come.
Supporters who choose to leave a legacy gift to BETA are recognized as members of the Trail Steward Society.
BETA works to help unite and strengthen Adirondack communities through a diverse and welcoming network of bike and ski trails that bring people outside, together. By including a legacy gift to BETA in your estate plan, you can help ensure that the trails, outdoor experiences, and strong communities that define this region remain vibrant for generations to come.
Supporters who choose to leave a legacy gift to BETA are recognized as members of the Trail Steward Society.
What Is Legacy Giving?
Legacy giving (sometimes called planned giving) is a way to support BETA through your estate plans and other long-term charitable giving arrangements.
Legacy gifts can be made through a will, trust, retirement account, donor advised fund, or life insurance policy. These gifts help support the future of the trails, outdoor experiences, and communities that people care about today.
Legacy giving (sometimes called planned giving) is a way to support BETA through your estate plans and other long-term charitable giving arrangements.
Legacy gifts can be made through a will, trust, retirement account, donor advised fund, or life insurance policy. These gifts help support the future of the trails, outdoor experiences, and communities that people care about today.
Trail Steward Society
BETA created the Trail Steward Society to recognize supporters who have made a lasting commitment to the future of our region by leaving a legacy gift to BETA.
Their legacy gifts help ensure that future generations will be able to experience the trails, outdoor experiences, and sense of community that have shaped so many lives across our region.
If you have already included BETA in your plans, we would be grateful to know so we can thank you and ensure your intentions are honored.
BETA created the Trail Steward Society to recognize supporters who have made a lasting commitment to the future of our region by leaving a legacy gift to BETA.
Their legacy gifts help ensure that future generations will be able to experience the trails, outdoor experiences, and sense of community that have shaped so many lives across our region.
If you have already included BETA in your plans, we would be grateful to know so we can thank you and ensure your intentions are honored.
Ways to Leave a Legacy Gift
Many legacy gifts are simple to arrange and can be updated over time as your circumstances change. Legacy gifts may be unrestricted or directed toward a specific purpose that reflects your interests and values. Common ways supporters choose to leave a legacy gift include:
Many legacy gifts are simple to arrange and can be updated over time as your circumstances change. Legacy gifts may be unrestricted or directed toward a specific purpose that reflects your interests and values. Common ways supporters choose to leave a legacy gift include:
A gift in your will or living trust.
Designate a specific amount, percentage, or portion of your estate to BETA.
Retirement account beneficiary designation
Simply name BETA as a full or partial beneficiary of an IRA, 401(k), or other retirement account.
Donor advised fund successor designation
Recommend a future gift to BETA through your donor advised fund.
Life insurance beneficiary designation
Name BETA as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy.
Designate a specific amount, percentage, or portion of your estate to BETA.
Retirement account beneficiary designation
Simply name BETA as a full or partial beneficiary of an IRA, 401(k), or other retirement account.
Donor advised fund successor designation
Recommend a future gift to BETA through your donor advised fund.
Life insurance beneficiary designation
Name BETA as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy.
Sample Bequest Language
BETA’s legal name is Adirondack Ski Touring Council, Inc. (d.b.a. Barkeater Trails Alliance), Federal Tax ID: 14-1690270. If you are considering including BETA in your estate plans, the following language may be helpful to you and your attorney:
“I give, devise, and bequeath to Adirondack Ski Touring Council, Inc. (d.b.a. Barkeater Trails Alliance), a New York nonprofit organization, the sum of $____ (or ____% of my estate, or description of property) for its general purposes.”
BETA’s legal name is Adirondack Ski Touring Council, Inc. (d.b.a. Barkeater Trails Alliance), Federal Tax ID: 14-1690270. If you are considering including BETA in your estate plans, the following language may be helpful to you and your attorney:
“I give, devise, and bequeath to Adirondack Ski Touring Council, Inc. (d.b.a. Barkeater Trails Alliance), a New York nonprofit organization, the sum of $____ (or ____% of my estate, or description of property) for its general purposes.”
Questions or Additional Information
If you would like more information about legacy giving, please contact Glenn Glover, Executive Director, at [email protected] or 518-523-1365.
We encourage you to consult with your financial and legal advisors when considering a legacy gift.
If you would like more information about legacy giving, please contact Glenn Glover, Executive Director, at [email protected] or 518-523-1365.
We encourage you to consult with your financial and legal advisors when considering a legacy gift.
