Want to make a lasting contribution to the forests, rivers, and wildlife of Mt. Hood? Consider including Bark into your will, living trust, or insurance policy.
Many of our supporters want to see Bark continue our mission to transform Mt. Hood National Forest into a place where natural processes prevail, where wildlife thrives and where local communities have a social, cultural, and economic investment in its restoration and preservation. Your legacy gift could help do just that.
With a planned gift—like including us in your will or a charitable gift annuity—you could make a gift that outlasts your lifetime, all while reducing your current or future taxes. You can ensure that Mt. Hood National Forest serves as a national model for science-based, environmentally just, and community-driven collaborative forest management. You can ensure that management of the forest connects people to place, prioritizes climate-forward stewardship, and safeguards ecosystems from extractive industries.
Gifts Through Your Bequest or Will
Legacy gifts cost you nothing now, there is no minimum contribution, and can be updated at any time. You can designate a specific amount, a percentage of your total estate, or a share of the residue after gifts to your heirs.
Sample Bequest Language I hereby give to the Trustees of Bark, an Oregon charitable organization, tax identification number 93-1263288, (hereafter referred to as Bark), the following:
- personal property (describe the item in detail), or
- a sum of $____, or
- percent % of the residue of my estate
If you already have Bark in your estate plans, we would love to hear about it. You can fill out your declaration of intent by printing and completing the form below and returning it to us. You can also fill out the form online here. All information provided is confidential and nonbinding.
If you are interested in learning more about legacy giving and how you can make a lasting impact to defend Mt. Hood National Forest, contact Bark’s Executive Director, Will Fett, at will@bark-out.org or 971-358-0138.
We are honored that you choose to support Bark and look forward to continuing to protect, defend, and restore Mt. Hood National Forest together.
Life Insurance, IRAs, 401Ks
Leave Bark as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy or retirement ‘vehicle.’ Tax savings for these ‘vehicles’ vary, so consult your financial advisor to learn what suits your situation.
For more information about supporting Bark, please contact our Director of Community Engagement and Communications, Jade Hagan, at jade@bark-out.org.