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December Trail News

Thanks for being a Friend of the Betsie Valley Trail!

Website Facelift

We've been working with Contempo Solutions in Traverse City to give our website a fresh look, and also improve its search engine performance. We've started with the four most visited pages, and will continue to build out the rest of the site, but we wanted to give you a chance to see the new look, and let us know what you think.

Thank you to the Pemberton Family Foundation for providing the funding for this upgrade.

Giving Tuesday Options

IRA
RMD's
If you are over age 70 ½ you will most likely need to start taking “Required Minimum Distributions" (RMD) from your retirement account. Have your distribution sent directly to the Friends of the Betsie Valley Trail, and you pay no income taxes. That’s a win-win for you and the Trail. Check with your financial adviser to see if this strategy works for you.
Stock Certificate
Appreciated Securities
Donating stock to the Trail is an easy way to avoid paying capital gains tax on the growth in value, and also receive a deduction for the charitable contribution. If this strategy makes sense for you, please contact us and we can help you with the stock transfer instructions.
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Olsen Endowment
You can donate directly to the Wm. R. Olsen Endowment for the Betsie Valley Trail through the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation's website. All earnings from the endowment are used for operating and maintaining the Trail.
Trail Logo Wear
If you're looking for the perfect gift for your favorite Trail user, look no further. We have t-shirts and hats to fit the bill. Cost is $28 which includes priority shipping. Order by December 19 to assure delivery in time for Christmas. Contact us here to get information about placing your order.
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Website
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If you'd like to make a tax-deductible donation to support the Trail, volunteer, or join the Friends click HERE to go to our website where we will gladly accept your contribution.
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