Some of the most meaningful support we receive comes from people who care deeply about the long-term future of the Montana Dinosaur Center. Planned gifts allow you to support hands-on science education, fossil research, and preservation well beyond your lifetime.
Planned giving does not need to be complicated. In many cases, it simply means including the Montana Dinosaur Center in your existing estate plans.
Add the Montana Dinosaur Center to Your Estate Plans
You can name the Montana Dinosaur Center as a beneficiary in a will, trust, or other estate planning instrument. This type of gift helps ensure that future generations can continue to learn from Montana’s fossil heritage.
If your attorney or advisor asks for organizational details, here is the information they typically need:
Legal Name: The Montana Dinosaur Center, Inc.
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
Federal EIN: 81-0500201
We encourage you to share this information directly with your estate planning professional.
Gifts of Stock and Other Assets
The Montana Dinosaur Center is able to accept gifts of publicly traded securities. Donating stock can be a tax-efficient way to support our mission, particularly for long-term holdings that have appreciated in value.
If you are interested in making a stock gift, please contact us in advance so we can provide current transfer instructions and coordinate with our brokerage partner.
Qualified Charitable Distributions from IRAs
Some supporters choose to give through a Qualified Charitable Distribution, sometimes called an IRA Required Minimum Distribution gift. This option may allow individuals aged 70½ or older to direct a portion of their IRA distributions to a qualified charity.
While we cannot offer tax advice, many donors find this approach beneficial as part of their overall financial planning. Your financial advisor or tax professional can help determine whether this option is appropriate for you.
A Quiet Conversation Makes a Big Difference
Planned gifts often begin with simple conversations. If you are a board member, long-time volunteer, or close supporter, we appreciate you sharing information about legacy giving with others who care about the future of the Montana Dinosaur Center.
We also welcome introductions to local financial advisors and estate planning professionals who want to better understand our mission and impact in the community.
Questions or Next Steps
If you are considering a planned gift or would like to let us know that you have included the Montana Dinosaur Center in your plans, we would be glad to hear from you. Conversations are always confidential and without obligation.
Please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Mail:
Montana Dinosaur Center
PO Box 786
Bynum, MT 59419
Your foresight helps ensure that discovery, education, and public science remain part of Montana’s story for decades to come.