The Bighorn Endowment is a charitable fund held for the sole benefit of the Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society. As such the fund must be managed consistent with applicable Federal and State laws and consistent with charitable fund "Best Practices." The Bighorn Endowment is intended to provide the Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society with a steady,

reliable flow of income in perpetuity to fund RMBS and its mission. The fund consists of donations intended for use in wild sheep conservation activities and projects. As an endowment fund, CPI adjusted corpus cannot be penetrated.

Most people think of giving to charities as simply writing a check. But there are actually several ways to give to the Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society, many of which can create significant tax benefits for you.

You can donate a wide range of assets, including cash (from savings accounts, CDs, or money markets), securities (like stocks, bonds, and mutual funds), and real property (such as land, rental properties, and deeds of trust). Retirement accounts are another powerful option, with tax-free giving possible during your lifetime or through bequests after your passing. Life insurance policies can also be gifted – either existing or new – and the endowment can be named as a full or partial beneficiary.

Bequests through your will or trust allow you to leave a lasting legacy, while business owners can benefit from tax deductions by gifting cash or a percentage of their business. In some cases, gifting can even generate supplemental retirement income for you, your spouse, or your children.

Please use the line or address below to make a cash donation. To explore your options and design a tax-advantaged gift, contact RMBS Board Member Andy Rowland. Your support not only benefits bighorn sheep conservation but can also support your financial goals.