Ways to Give

Donor Advised Funds

Using a donor advised find (DAF) is an increasingly popular mechanism for donors to support the Green Mountain Club. When you log into your DAF you can search for “Green Mountain Club” or use our Charitable ID “03-0162865”. GMC is a 501(c)(3)

Employee Matching Funds

Thousands of employers match donations made by their employees. By having your gift matched by your employer, you are helping us put more resources on the ground to sustainably manage the Long Trail, protect more of the land that hosts the Long Trail, and provide more people with the tools they need to explore Vermont’s trails.

You can use this search tool to see if your donation can be matched and gives you access to forms, guidelines, and instructions to submit your donation to be matched.

Matching Gift and Volunteer Grant information provided by

Stock & Mutual Fund Donations

When you donate shares of stock or mutual funds, you generally take a tax deduction for the full market value. You also avoid capital gains tax if you have held the stock or bond for over a year. To donate stock, you contact your broker and provide them with the following information:

DTC Clearing Number: 0015
FBO: THE GREEN MOUNTAIN CLUB, INC.

Account Number: 383-043646

Tax ID: 03-0162865

Contact Person at Morgan Stanley: Lucy Halverson; (802) 652-6020

Retirement Account Giving

Individuals 70 ½ and older can donate up to $111,000 per year by making a qualified charitable contribution (QCD) to satisfy your required minimum distribution (RMD). Ask your IRA administrator what steps you need to take, as they can vary. Typically, you will need the Green Mountain Club’s Tax ID (03-0162865) and address (4711 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, Waterbury Center, VT 05677) to complete your form.

Planned Giving

Including the Green Mountain Club in your estate planning or planned giving ensures the long-term financial strength of the organization and your legacy will protect and maintain the Long Trail for future generations. Learn more about how you can include GMC in your planned giving.

Business and corporate giving is an incredible way to support the work of the Green Mountain Club, playing a vital role in making it possible for us to complete trail work, protect land, and provide hiking resources. For more information, get in touch with Development Manager Rhonda Forcier.

You can make a gift to the Green Mountain Club’s endowment and invest in the future of the Long Trail at any time. We offer life memberships and options to endow a section of trail or shelter on the trail. Please contact to explore endowment donation options.