Other Giving Opportunities
Giving Opportunities
Did you know that you can double or triple your donation to Vermont Adaptive through our matching donation program? Many employers sponsor matching gift programs. Find out if yours does here.
A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a centralized charitable account. It allows charitably-inclined individual, families and businesses to make tax-deductible charitable donations of cash, publicly-traded stock and in some case, certain illiquid assets, to a public charity that sponsors a DAF program. Click here to make a donation using a donor-advised fund.
Gifts of appreciated stocks and mutual funds are a great way to support our Programs. When you make a gift of publicly-traded securities to Vermont Adaptive, you potentially save income tax and capital gains tax, too.
A gift of publicly-traded securities could be right for you if:
- You own publicly-traded securities that you have owned for at least one year.
- Some of these securities have increased in value since you bought them.
- Some of these securities may provide you with little or no income.
- You would like to make a gift to Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports
How it works
- You transfer shares of one or more publicly-traded securities, such as stock, bonds, and mutual funds, to Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports
How to Make a Gift of Stock, Mutual Funds or ACH/Wire of Cash
Please contact Lexi Moore, Major Gifts Officer, and she will send you the necessary paperwork needed to begin donations made via stock, mutual funds, ACH’s and wires. Lexi can answer any questions and work directly with your broker or trust officer as well. Contact Lexi at [email protected] or 802.786.4991 ext. 14.
If you are interested in making a donation of CASH via ACH or Wire:
BANK NAME:
BANK ADDRESS:
RECEIVER ABA:
ACCOUNT NUMBER:
For further credit: Vermont Adaptive Operating Account
You can also make a donation via ACH through our donation page.
We’re always happy to work directly with your broker or trust officer to help facilitate a gift of securities or wire of cash. You can connect with us via email or phone and we will work through this process directly with them.
In the event you have a question about type of gift, please don’t hesitate to reach out to: Lexi Moore, Major Gifts Officer, [email protected] or 802.786.4991 ext. 14.
To honor the roots where Vermont Adaptive’s important programs began, the 3,144’ Summit Society was created to recognize people who have a passion for sports and recreation and believe that this passion is important for every BODY.
By making long-range, planned gifts, individuals who join the 3,144’ Summit Society support Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports by ensuring the vitality and permanence of providing sports and recreation in Vermont to people with disabilities. Participation in the Summit Society provides generations to come the opportunity to recreate and enjoy the passion for outdoor recreation with family and friends of all abilities. Summit Society members not only play a role in Vermont Adaptive’s future, but also remain a part of its history.
Please consider becoming a member of the 3,144′ Summit Society with a legacy gift today.
If you have any questions of Legacy Giving please reach out to: Lexi Moore, Major Gifts Officer– [email protected], 802.786.4991 ext. 14.
Kellen Sams was a great outdoor spirit, teacher and avid adventurer. But most importantly, he was a compassionate friend to all he met. Tragically, despite preparedness, the highest safety measures, and years of training and experience, Kellen lost his life in an avalanche in February of 2010 while backcountry skiing the San Juan Mountains of Colorado.
In honor of Kellen’s commitment to outdoor experiential education of the highest quality, the Kellen Sams Memorial Leadership Award was established at Green Mountain College in 2014 and then transferred to Vermont Adaptive in 2019. The purpose of the award is to further Kellen’s legacy by providing recognition for those Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports staff, volunteers and interns who show the greatest commitment to professional development and leadership within the organization.
In addition, Vermont Adaptive staff, volunteers and interns are encouraged to apply for a Kellen Sams Memorial Scholarship. The Memorial Scholarship is a financial scholarship awarded to Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports staff, volunteers and interns to assist in each individual’s efforts to pursue personal development within outdoor and experiential education for all abilities. To learn more and give to this Fund, contact Felicia Fowler at [email protected] or 802.786.4991. ext. 32.
Other Ways to Give
Each year Vermont Adaptive participates in the global initiative known as Giving Tuesday. Annually, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving is a global day dedicated to giving back. #GivingTuesday follows Black Friday and Cyber Monday with the goal of celebrating generosity and encouraging people to give during the holiday season. It was created to inspire people to take collaborative action to improve their local communities, give back in better, smarter ways to the charities and causes that they support and help create a better world. #GivingTuesday harnesses the power of social media to create a national moment around the holidays dedicated to giving, similar to how Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become days that are, today, synonymous with holiday shopping. Your donations during this time help us to continue to provide year-round sports and recreation for people with disabilities. Stay tuned for details for #GivingTuesday 2025.
Vermont Adaptive accepts in-kind gifts of services and tangible goods that support our programs.
Your gift ensures that we are well prepared for all of the little things, the big things, and the everyday items that will enhance the overall experience for our participants. You are welcome to sponsor the purchase of any item on our wish list as well. Please contact Felicia Fowler by email or call 802.786.4991 ext. 32
Equipment Needs
We appreciate the thoughtfulness of those folks who want to donate gently used or old equipment but we can’t accept used winter alpine gear.
- NEW Boots: ski or snowboard
- NEW Helmets: ski, snowboard, bike
- NEW Skis: undrilled, 150-170, race stock preferred, misc manufacturers
- Life jackets/PFDs*
- Foam (for padding)*
- New or gently used canoes, kayaks, SUP boards, and most bikes.
Bigger Item Wish List
Vermont Adaptive has a wish list of items that rise above our ongoing in-kind donation needs. These special gifts will help us expand programs and keep our participants outfitted in safe, reliable equipment.
- Fleet of new helmets for Bolton Valley’s winter program
- Vehicles: a 15-passenger van, a cargo van, or AWD van or pick-up truck
- ATV or 4 Wheeler, used in good condition
- Adaptive saddle for Horse program
- Canoe trailer
- 10X10 or larger garden style Storage Shed
- Invacare XLT Handcycles: one junior, one adult
- Canoe Dolly (2)
- Sit on Top Kayaks
- Stand-Up Paddle Boards
- Frequent flyer miles
While we appreciate all offers of sports equipment, we must ensure that gear meets our safety standards and can be adapted for our participants. If you would like to donate items that aren’t listed, please contact Felicia Fowler by email or call 802.786.4991 ext. 32.
Accessories
These smaller items keep our participants moving everyday.
- Bicycle inner tubes
- Bike jerseys
- Gloves: water, cycling, winter
- Hand & toe warmers
- Googles: ski or snowboard
- Edgie Wedgie
- Dry bags
- Frisbees
- Gift cards for supplies at major retailers or local VT sporting goods stores
Everyday Supplies
- Paper towels
- Bath tissue
- Postage stamps
- Duct tape & packing tape
- Trash bags: tall kitchen/13 gallon
- Batteries: 9V, AA, AAA
Services & Talent
Are you an expert? Do you have a special skill or service that could benefit Vermont Adaptive? We are always looking for talent to help us improve operations, governance, and compliance. Please contact Erin by email or call 802.786.4991 ext. 21.
Thank you for considering a gift to help our athletes and programs!
First, thank you for considering Vermont Adaptive as a beneficiary of your fundraising event. We appreciate your extra effort to help raise funds and awareness about our mission.
Please send us details about your event. For public events, we will add you to our event calendar. You may contact our development staff by email or call 802.786.4991 ext. 14.
Ideas to Inspire Your Event
If you are looking for a place to start, consider these fundraising ideas. Or shoot us an idea that you have; we’d love to hear about it.
- Donate a percentage of sales at your business (products, meals, services, tickets)
- Host an event: organize a bake sale, car wash, or even an old fashioned field day to raise donations.
- In lieu of: suggest a donation to Vermont Adaptive to your friends, family, coworkers, service club, faith community, or business partners to honor your birthday, anniversary, holiday, or other occasion
- Workplace giving & Matching gifts: start fundraising at your workplace to support our programs and encourage your coworkers to match your donations. Also, find out if your employer will match your donations through their community giving program.
- Become a sponsor of one of our events or programs
- Host a house party: invite your friends to a home cooked meal and ask them to contribute the amount they would spend on a dinner out to Vermont Adaptive
- Sponsored volunteerism: for every hour that you volunteer for Vermont Adaptive, ask your friends, family, or coworkers to contribute an amount for each hour.
