Leave a Legacy for the Lands We Love

For nearly four decades, the Middlebury Area Land Trust (MALT) has worked to conserve the landscapes that define our community and connect people to the outdoors. Planned gifts allow supporters to ensure that this work continues for generations to come.

By including MALT in your estate plans, you can help protect the lands, trails, and natural places that make Addison County special while creating a lasting legacy that reflects your values.

Many planned gifts are simple to arrange and may provide tax or financial benefits for you and your family.

Common Ways to Give

Bequests in a Will or Trust
One of the simplest ways to support MALT is by including the organization in your will or estate plan. A bequest can be a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or a particular asset.

Retirement Accounts
You may designate MALT as a beneficiary of retirement accounts such as an IRA, 401(k), or similar plans.

Life Insurance Policies
MALT can be named as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy, allowing you to make a meaningful future gift.

Charitable Trusts or Gift Annuities
Some donors choose to support conservation through charitable trusts or similar planned giving vehicles that can provide income to the donor or their family.

Creating a Lasting Impact

Planned gifts help MALT conserve land, maintain trails, expand outdoor education programs, and ensure that future generations can experience the landscapes we cherish today.

You may choose to leave an unrestricted gift, allowing MALT to direct funds where they are most needed, or designate your gift to support a specific program or purpose.

Let’s Start the Conversation

Every planned gift is unique. If you are considering including MALT in your estate plans or would like to learn more about options, we would be happy to speak with you.

Please contact us to begin a confidential conversation about how you can leave a lasting legacy for the lands and community you care about.

Contact

Kevin Fox

Executive Director, Middlebury Area Land Trust

kevin@maltvt.org or (802) 388-1007

MALT recommends that you consult your attorney as well as your tax or financial advisers to establish an estate plan specific to your interests and needs.