Ways to Give

Electronic Gift (Debit/Credit)
Make a One-Time or Monthly Gift to the Annual Fund
The Preserve’s annual fundraising lifeline to support daily operations, crucial projects and programs. 

development@bhwp.org

Purchase or Renew a Preserve Annual Membership
Made as a separate gift from the Preserve’s Annual Fund, Preserve members receive year-round admission and various benefits including discounts on education programs, Twinleaf Book & Gift Shop and Native Plant Nursery, invitations to special events and much more. 

Check
Please mail donation checks to:
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve
Attn: Development
PO Box 685
New Hope, PA 18938 

Amplify Your Impact!

Does your company have an Employee Giving Fund or offer a matching gift program? Ask your employer today and double – even triple – the impact of every gift you make to the Preserve.

Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) 
This popular, tax-efficient and flexible giving option is widely used by our Preserve donors. To arrange your DAF gift, please contact: development@bhwp.org.

Appreciated Securities - Stocks, Bonds & Mutual Funds  
Claim potential capital gains tax benefits while supporting the Preserve.
To arrange your security gift, please contact: development@bhwp.org.

Retirement Assets - IRA, 401(k), 403(b)
Donating savings and/or life insurance can provide a major gift with minimal current cash outlay and may offer tax advantages. To explore a retirement gift, please contact: development@bhwp.org.

Real Estate
Gifts of real estate, including personal, vacation, commercial or land property, may offer substantial tax advantages, capital gains savings, and the ability to make a transformative gift. To explore a gift of property, please contact: development@bhwp.org.

What’s Your Legacy?

There is a mission impact with every gift made to the Preserve. Thinking about your legacy beyond your current horizon? Be part of ensuring the Preserve’s bright future and cultivating our mission of conservation action for generations to come.  

Planned & Legacy Gifts – Bequests, Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs), Charitable Lead Trusts (CLTs), Beneficiary Designations and Life Insurance
The best way to “preserve” the Preserve is by joining our Legacy Society.
By including the Preserve in your will and/or as a beneficiary in your estate planning or by exploring ways to arrange for a partial or full legacy gift now, your planned gift is transformative. Unique naming opportunities for the Preserve’s outdoor museum exhibits and key trails are also available. 

To learn more about the Preserve’s Legacy Society and to discuss the most impactful way to include the Preserve in your long-term financial planning, please contact Sarah Norris, director of donor and partner relations, at norris@bhwp.org or 215.862.2924 ext. 110.

Other Ways to Support 

Event Sponsorship
With over 30,000 annual visitors, 2,000 active members, 8,000+ subscribers and 12,000+ social media followers, event sponsorship will align with our mission-forward Preserve community. Popular annual community events with sponsorship opportunities include: 

Rooted in Our Future – spring signature fundraising event and celebration
Native Plant Conference – early summer full-day ecological sustainability conference
Preserve @ Play – fall family day for our youngest changemakers
Music in the Meadow – fall fest evening of live music and community 

To attend one of our events, please visit the event page to purchase tickets online.
To discuss event sponsorship options that best align with your business’s budget and priorities, please contact: development@bhwp.org.

Volunteer
Grow your relationship with native plants! The Preserve’s daily operations rely on the generosity of our 300+ active volunteers. We welcome individuals and volunteer groups to join us. Together, we will customize your volunteer plan. Generous volunteer benefits are included.

To learn about the Preserve's unique volunteer opportunities, please contact: volunteer@bhwp.org.


In-Kind Donation
Donating non-cash assets often offers greater tax benefits, allowing you to make a larger impact at lower personal financial cost.  The Preserve offers 134 acres of preserved land, 5 and ½ miles of walking trails, over a dozen permanent museum exhibits and a seasonal Native Plant Nursery. Help support key operations, including trail maintenance, infrastructure repairs, and safety & accessibility improvements – and offset operating budget expenses – with an in-kind gift today.

To receive a current list of the Preserve’s in-kind needs or to arrange an in-kind donation, please contact development@bhwp.org.

Is there a giving option or area of interest not listed? We’d love to hear from you! Please contact development@bhwp.org and share your feedback & ideas.