Gift Planning: Leave a Legacy for Maine
Including NRCM in your estate plans helps ensure lasting protection for Maine’s woods, waters, wildlife, and communities.
We welcome the opportunity to speak with you and your estate planning advisors about your charitable goals and how a legacy gift can reflect your commitment to Maine’s natural heritage.
When you include NRCM in your long-term plans, you will become a member of the Wintergreen Society, named for Maine’s resilient state herb and rooted in the idea of lasting stewardship across generations.
Why Planned Giving Matters
Planned gifts are one of the most powerful ways to protect Maine’s environment, often allowing you to make a larger future impact than you may be able to give today, while still meeting your financial goals. They can also offer meaningful tax advantages and flexibility, depending on the type of gift.
If you have already included NRCM in your estate plans, please let us know by completing and returning this form.
Ways to Leave a Legacy
Whether you’re planning for the future or looking for tax-efficient ways to give today, there are a variety of options that allow you to make a lasting difference for Maine’s environment.
Will or Revocable Trust Provision
Include NRCM in your will or revocable trust with a specific amount, percentage, or remainder of your estate. A simple, flexible way to create a lasting legacy.
Life Insurance Beneficiary
Name NRCM as a full or partial beneficiary of a life insurance policy. An easy way to turn an existing asset into lasting environmental impact.
IRA or Retirement Plan Beneficiary
Designate NRCM as a beneficiary of an IRA, 401(k), 403(b), or other retirement account. A highly tax-efficient option for many donors.
Charitable Gift Annuity
Make a gift in exchange for fixed lifetime payments for one or two beneficiaries. A straightforward way to support NRCM while receiving dependable income. Minimum gift: $15,000.
Charitable Remainder or Lead Trust
Create a trust that provides income to you or your beneficiaries, with the remainder supporting NRCM—or the reverse in the case of a charitable lead trust. A flexible option for larger or more complex gifts.
Donor-Advised Fund Beneficiary
Name NRCM as a successor or remainder beneficiary of your donor-advised fund. A simple way to extend your giving beyond your lifetime.
Ready to Create Your Legacy?
You don’t need all the answers to begin. A short conversation can help clarify your options and goals.
