Your support allows us to offer free programs that break down barriers to the outdoors. Help us connect students to nature and inspire them to protect it – make a tax-deductible donation to Cottonwood Institute today.
Join Our Seedling Monthly Donor Program! Giving monthly is easy, convenient, and the best way to make an impact for our students. Invest in the long term sustainability of Cottonwood’s programs.
Click below to become a member. Under donation frequency, choose “Monthly” and complete your contact and payment information.
Your one-time donation helps us provide our students with professional instruction, outdoor gear, transportation, class supplies, and more.
Make a secure, tax-deductible donation below. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover cards.
Cottonwood creative events raise critical funding to support our programs. Get involved, give back, build community, and have fun! Read more about sponsorship below and email Ford to get started.
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Learn MoreFor those aged 70 1/2 or older, consider a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) by making your contribution directly from your Traditional IRA as a tax-free distribution. You can also work with your financial advisor to name Cottonwood as a beneficiary in a will, retirement plan, life insurance policy, or Donor Advised Fund. Email Ford for more information.
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Donate todayYou can donate through Colorado Gives Day all year! December 10th is Colorado Gives Day, an annual statewide movement to celebrate and increase philanthropy through online giving.
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