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1) Why is the mission of Rails to Trails Conservancy important to you?

I believe everyone should have safe, accessible places to walk, bike and be active outdoors.

I care about promoting active transportation options that improve health and mobility.

I want to help communities use trails as tools for economic development and revitalization.

I think it's important to create the best resources and toolkits that help local advocates succeed.

I believe advocacy and public funding are essential to creating, connecting and maintaining the nation's trails.

2) We understand the importance of creating a legacy that reflects your values. We would be grateful if you could share what you consider to be RTC's most meaningful impact on your legacy.

Please rank the following according to their importance to you, with First Priority being your highest priority.

You may only select one answer for each option.

First Priority	Second Priority	Third Priority	Fourth Priority	Fifth Priority

Accelerating the development of more trail networks nationwide by providing trail builders with the resources they need.

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Fifth Priority

Advocating for public funding to create, connect, and maintain trails.

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Fifth Priority

Motivate more people to get out and use their local trails.

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Fifth Priority

Defend railbanking and develop legal approaches to preserve more corridors.

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Fifth Priority

Make the Great American Rail-Trail® and other iconic long-distance trails a reality for generations to enjoy.

First Priority

Second Priority

Third Priority

Fourth Priority

Fifth Priority

3) Have you shared your support for trails and RTC with others? Please select all that apply.

I've taken friends or family to my favorite trails.

I've talked to friends or family about the work of RTC.

I’ve shared RTC content on social media.

I’ve encouraged someone else who loves trails to donate or join.

I haven’t yet, but I’d like to.

I haven't.

Other

3a) Other - Please specify:

Please specify:

3b-i) Other - Please specify:

Please specify:

3b) How frequently do you engage with RTC?

How frequently do you engage with RTC?

Weekly

Monthly

Every few months

Yearly

Rarely or never

Other

4) We like to send supporters like you occasional emails with updates including videos, stories and information about your support is making an impact for trails. Would you like to receive these updates? (You can opt out at any time).

Yes, I want to receive occasional emails with updates.

Not at this time.

5) When thinking about future generations, how important is it to you that RTC continues to create safe and accessible trails for everyone?

Of utmost importance

Very important

Somewhat important

Not very important

Not important at all

6) Supporters often recognize the need to help RTC build a nation connected by trails. Would you consider furthering our work in any of the following ways?

I already have	I am likely	I am somewhat likely	I am not likely

Donating online with a credit card

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Mailing a check

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Talking with a gift officer face-to-face or on the phone about making a substantial impact

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Making a recurring contribution

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Donating from a Donor-Advised Fund

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Donating from a Family Foundation

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Giving appreciated assets (such as personal or business stocks or bonds, land or rental real estate, etc.)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Giving property (such as jewelry, artwork or a car)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Transferring a portion of my IRA account to RTC (Qualified Charitable Distribution)

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

Making a charitable gift that provides a lifetime income to me or my loved ones

I already have

I am likely

I am somewhat likely

I am not likely

7) In the past, you indicated that you may consider making this type of gift for RTC. Would you please share with us the status of your intended gift?

I am pleased to let you know I have documented my intended gift for RTC.

I intend to document my gift for RTC in the next 3-6 months.

I would like assistance documenting my intended gift for RTC.

I might consider making this type of gift for RTC in the future.

I am no longer interested in this type of gift.

7a) Please tell us about your legacy gift:

Please tell us about your legacy gift:

I planned this gift in honor or in memory of someone.

I would like this gift to go to a specific purpose.

RTC may use this gift where it will do the most good.

7a-i) Please provide the name of and/or association with this person:

Please provide the name of and/or association with this person:

7a-ii) Please describe the intended purpose:

Please describe the intended purpose:

Would you like us to provide any of the following resources to help with your decision?

Smart Ways to Make an Impact Now

Tax-Wise Ways to Make an Impact

Simple Ways to Create Your Legacy

Gifts That Pay You Income

Help Protect Our Trails for Generations to Come

8) How does RTC rank in comparison to other non-profits you may support?

My top choice for charitable giving

Near the top of my list

Middle of my list

Bottom of my list

Not on my list

8a) Do you have any friends/colleagues/family members with similar interests who would consider supporting the mission and vision of RTC?

Do you have any friends/colleagues/family members with similar interests who would consider supporting the mission and vision of RTC?

Yes

8a-i) Please let us know the most convenient way to connect:

Please let us know the most convenient way to connect:

I would like to introduce the person(s) to RTC on my own.

I would like RTC to provide me with resources to share with the person(s).

9) We would love to hear your story. If you would like, please share a special memory or experience with RTC.

10) About You (optional)

Age

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50 - 59

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Gender

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What is your marital status?

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Which of the following best describes your family?

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Please tell us the highest level of education you completed:

High school graduate or equivalent

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Please select the option(s) that best describes your professional life.

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Retiring within 5 years

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