Culture of Philanthropy

Culture of Philanthropy

An organization with a strong philanthropy culture is one where everyone understands the value of the mission and the importance of philanthropic giving, and knows how to get involved. At The Mountaineers, our members, volunteers, staff, Board leadership, and community partners all have a role to play in amplifying our impact. And while fundraising is one major puzzle piece of a thriving organization, there are many impactful ways we can each support our organization’s resilience and growth.

Peak Society | Leadership Giving

Peak Society members make leadership-level annual contributions of $1,000 or more to The Mountaineers. This generosity expands and accelerates our impact, enabling us to touch more lives and create deeper, richer experiences in the outdoors.

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Ridgeline | Leadership Giving

Ridgeline members make leadership-level annual contributions of $500 or more to The Mountaineers. Charitable contributions help us go beyond our personal adventures to create an inclusive community of outdoor enthusiasts and conservationists.

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Summit Society | Legacy Giving

The Mountaineers Summit Society recognizes forward thinking donors who have made provisions for The Mountaineers in their estate plans. Choose from a variety of options that reflect your values and philanthropic goals. Your planned gift commitment today will ensure the strength of The Mountaineers tomorrow.

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Gifts of Stock

Giving a gift of stock to The Mountaineers is a great way to support our mission. Stock gifts can provide you a tax benefit and allow you to preserve your cash on hand.

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Workplace Giving

Leverage the impact of your volunteer hours, membership dues, or charitable donations with a corporate matching gift! Since 2017, matching gift programs have raised over $1.1 million in additional funds to help support Mountaineers programs. Learn more about how to log your volunteer hours, submit for matching gifts, and double your impact.

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Memorial and Honorary Gifts

Donations in honor or in memory of a loved one can be a meaningful way to support our mission while giving special thanks to that person. Learn more about how your donation can make an impact.

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