Board Endowment - Aspen Historical Society Aspen Historical Society Endowment Thank You for Considering an Endowment Donation Whether you are looking to maintain a family giving legacy, create a charitable remainder trust during retirement, or dispose of highly appreciated assets in a tax-efficient manner, Aspen Historical Society welcomes your support. Funds will support educational programming, research positions, and the archive collection into the future, enhancing our mission to enrich our community through preserving and communicating its remarkable history. Endowment Information To learn more about making a donation to the Endowment, please contact Development Director Heather Macdonald. CONTACT Phone : 970.925.3721 x 105 Email : development@aspenhistory.org Contact Ways to Give Supporting Aspen Historical Society’s endowment ensures the preservation of the upper Roaring Fork Valley’s rich history for future generations. There are several impactful ways to contribute: Donate Stocks Maximize your charitable impact by donating appreciated stocks directly. This method allows you to avoid capital gains tax and potentially receive a deduction for the full market value of the stocks. Donor Advised Fund Recommend a grant from your DAF to support the Aspen Historical Society. This flexible giving option allows you to manage your charitable donations and support our mission effortlessly. Non-Probate Assets Do you have an IRA, 401(k), life-insurance policy, or any other assets not included in your will? If so, these are called non-probate assets, and you must plan your beneficiaries for them separately. Use this free online tool to make your plans and designate Aspen Historical Society as a beneficiary of one or more of these assets. FAQ What is your current endowment? AHS has four restricted endowments in place totaling $580,000. Why increase the endowment? To protect and ensure the longevity of educational programming, fellowships, and research projects, fund the accessioning of collections, and the maintenance of four historic sites. When is your pledge period? We welcome pledges of five years or less. ORGANIZATION INFORMATION Legal Name: Aspen Historical Society Legal Address: 620 W Bleeker Street, Aspen, CO 81611 Federal Tax ID Number: 84-6037756