Endowment
Vermont Adaptive Announces $500,000 Matching Gift for the Endowment Fund
We are excited to share the importance of the Vermont Adaptive Forever endowment fund and what it means for this organization and the people we serve. (Read the full story here.)
For nearly 40 years, we have remained committed to providing scholarships, ensuring no one is turned away due to financial barriers. This core value continues to anchor us, and we are dedicated to upholding it for years to come.
Last year alone, Vermont Adaptive awarded more than $210,000 in program scholarships, supporting our mission to make outdoor recreation accessible to all.
Two milestones mark our growing momentum: a $500,000 anonymous matching pledge and full financial commitment from our Board of Directors. These contributions strengthen the long-term sustainability of our programs.
Your donation to the Vermont Adaptive Forever fund helps ensure a future where everyBODY can experience outdoor adventure. Thanks to your support, we will continue adapting to needs and providing opportunities for decades to come.
Our Endowment Journey
In 2016, we embarked on a mission to secure the future of Vermont Adaptive and ensure our work continues to thrive for generations to come. We established the Vermont Adaptive Forever endowment fund at the Vermont Community Foundation, with the vision of creating a permanent legacy of support.
The Power of Endowment
Endowment Funds play a vital role in securing the financial stability and longevity of organizations like Vermont Adaptive. These funds are meticulously maintained at the Vermont Community Foundation and are designed to grow over time. Our ultimate goal is to reach a fund size of three million dollars, which will allow us to provide stable, reliable returns. The interest earned from this endowment will be instrumental in supporting our day-to-day operations, programs, and activities.
How You Can Contribute
You have the power to shape the future of Vermont Adaptive by designating a gift toward our endowment. Whether you choose to make a one-time donation or a legacy gift, your contribution will have a lasting impact. Here are some ways to get involved:
One-Time Donation
Your one-time donation will immediately bolster the Vermont Adaptive Forever endowment, ensuring its growth and longevity.
Legacy Gift
Your Impact
By contributing to Vermont Adaptive Forever, you become part of a community of supporters committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities can continue to enjoy the benefits of outdoor recreation and adventure. Your support helps us build a foundation for the future, making it possible for us to continue our work, adapt to changing needs, and provide adventures to countless individuals for decades to come.
Join Us in Shaping the Future
Together, we can create a legacy of outdoor inclusivity. Join us in our mission to make the great outdoors accessible to all, now and forever. Your support will help Vermont Adaptive continue to transform lives through adventure and independence.
Make a Difference. Contribute to Vermont Adaptive Forever today.
To talk about ways to give to the Vermont Adaptive Forever endowment fund, please contact Erin Fernandez, Executive Director, at 802-353-8129, [email protected].
