7 Battlefields - 438 Acres

[eBrowne]

The American Battlefield Trust is trying to save 438 acres spread over 7 battlefields.

Save 438 Acres Across These Seven Battlefields

Join us in protecting 438 acres across seven battlefields—from Glorieta Pass to Resaca—where each fight shaped what came next and helped determine the...

www.battlefields.org

 

[7th Texas Mounted Rifles]

Nice! It's great to see another ABT focus on Glorieta Pass.

I may need to rejoin… it's been a while.

 

[gary]

I'm giving!

 

[milhistbuff1]

I'll be donating.

 

[7th Texas Mounted Rifles]

Joined (and bought two shirts!)

Good looking out, @eBrowne

 

[CWdiaryPA]

"Every dollar you give today will be matched more than 10-to-1, making this one of the most powerful preservation opportunities we have ever faced."

Can someone explain what this means, and who is the one or ones "matching" each dollar donated at a rate of ten to one? I'm trying to learn how this stuff works before I decide who and where to donate. TYSM.

 

[Trevfo]

I always contribute to the western &/or trans-Mississippi theater battlefields. I have been a member for many years because I feel it is important to protect our history.

 

[Jamieva]

"Every dollar you give today will be matched more than 10-to-1, making this one of the most powerful preservation opportunities we have ever faced."

Can someone explain what this means, and who is the one or ones "matching" each dollar donated at a rate of ten to one? I'm trying to learn how this stuff works before I decide who and where to donate. TYSM.

Usually means they are getting grants from local, state or federal level. For every dollar you give they actually receive the equivalent of $10.

 

[Library Lady]

Some employers offer matches for employee donations to charitable causes. These are usually large corporations. I've never had the opportunity to work for one. Some private foundations or wealthy individuals will commit to matching funds up to a certain set amount. Sometimes the match is for new member donations only. This way, they can encourage others to get involved. I think the highest match my round table has seen for a donation was 34:1. We're a fairly small group, so the board looks for ways to maximize what we can contribute. If you watch PBS or listen to NPR, then you're familiar with their pledge drives and you'll hear about matches there frequently.

 

[Jamieva]

Some employers offer matches for employee donations to charitable causes. These are usually large corporations. I've never had the opportunity to work for one. Some private foundations or wealthy individuals will commit to matching funds up to a certain set amount. Sometimes the match is for new member donations only. This way, they can encourage others to get involved. I think the highest match my round table has seen for a donation was 34:1. We're a fairly small group, so the board looks for ways to maximize what we can contribute. If you watch PBS or listen to NPR, then you're familiar with their pledge drives and you'll hear about matches there frequently.

My employer, bank of America, does. I think the limit is 5k per year, not that I donate anywhere near that.

 

[eBrowne]

As David Duncan, President of Civil War Trust, writes:
"As you well know, we cannot do this work alone. The Trust relies on state and federal partners, local preservation friends, landowners willing to work with us, and generous, dedicated supporters like you.To that point, our partners have already committed more than $3.4 million — over 90% of what's needed to protect each of these 438 acres forever. Now, we must raise the final $374,900 to secure these hallowed grounds forever.That's why I need your help. Every $1 you donate today will be worth $10 and help us secure sacred land at these important battlefields."

So that is what the 10 to 1 match means. You should decide if these battlefields are those that you want to preserve. If so, then contribute.

 

[CWdiaryPA]

Usually means they are getting grants from local, state or federal level. For every dollar you give they actually receive the equivalent of $10.

Ok, but where are the matching donors listed? Why don't they list which orgs are stepping up to help preserve? Maybe I missed it. Just seems too vague.

 

[CWdiaryPA]

As David Duncan, President of Civil War Trust, writes:
"As you well know, we cannot do this work alone. The Trust relies on state and federal partners, local preservation friends, landowners willing to work with us, and generous, dedicated supporters like you.To that point, our partners have already committed more than $3.4 million — over 90% of what's needed to protect each of these 438 acres forever. Now, we must raise the final $374,900 to secure these hallowed grounds forever.That's why I need your help. Every $1 you donate today will be worth $10 and help us secure sacred land at these important battlefields."

So that is what the 10 to 1 match means. You should decide if these battlefields are those that you want to preserve. If so, then contribute.

I'm just learning about where to put my money before I do so. This is all new to me. My aim, at least that I now foresee, will be to help keep land that was part of Jackson's Valley Campaign and/or areas at Appomattox. Thanks for the information, everyone. I appreciate it.

 

[CWdiaryPA]

Last question: those of you who donate: you donate anonymously, right? That's probably the best move so as to not get inundated with requests from God knows who if your name becomes public.

 

[eBrowne]

Although the American Battlefield Trust is very active in preserving properties in the Shenandoah Valley, the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation is exclusively focused on that region. If you are interested in the battlefields where Jackson fought, then you should also check out that organization.

 

[eBrowne]

i doubt having your name made public gets you on someone's mailing list. If you are afraid of that then contribute anonymously. I did however ask Chatgpt if the American Battlefield Trust sells their donor list to other organizations. Chat's answer was:


Short answer: they say they do not "sell" donor information, but they may share it with certain partner organizations unless you opt out.

Here's how it breaks down based on the official policy of the American Battlefield Trust:

1. Selling donor data

• The Trust explicitly states that it does not sell or rent personal information for commercial purposes.

So in the strict sense (like selling your name to data brokers or marketers), the answer is no.

2. Sharing with other organizations

• However, they do share donor/contact information with "other organizations of similar type" for fundraising purposes.
• This is a common nonprofit practice sometimes called list exchange or cooperative fundraising.

3. Opt-out option

• You can opt out of this sharing, and they state they will honor that request.

 

[milhistbuff1]

Ok, but where are the matching donors listed? Why don't they list which orgs are stepping up to help preserve? Maybe I missed it. Just seems too vague.

I'm just learning about where to put my money before I do so. This is all new to me. My aim, at least that I now foresee, will be to help keep land that was part of Jackson's Valley Campaign and/or areas at Appomattox. Thanks for the information, everyone. I appreciate it.

Part of the info you're looking for would be in their financial statements in an aggregate basis. The mix of who contributes what varies from appeal to appeal. Could be partner orgs, board members/ABT officers/in kind from property owners. Accountability The audited financial statements and their Charity Navigator page may help address some of your concerns.

It costs them around 6 cents to raise each $1.00 per Charity Nav.

I appreciate you taking an interest in preservation and being willing to step up. I've been an ABT member for a long time now and donate regularly.

Although the American Battlefield Trust is very active in preserving properties in the Shenandoah Valley, the Shenandoah Battlefields Foundation is exclusively focused on that region. If you are interested in the battlefields where Jackson fought, then you should also check out that organization.

Can definitely second this, they've been very effective in preserving land and items relating to the fighting in the Valley throughout the war. Their Hoke's Run and Manassas Gap Railroad appeals may be of particular interest to CWdiaryPA for the connection to Gen. Jackson or passes through places his troops fought. My membership with SVBF is of more recent vintage but no less enthusiastic.

 

[Library Lady]

To the extent that the matching donor is in the form of a government grant (anything from federal down to municipal), the pot of money available for the government agency to dole out likely has a time limit on it (as in fiscal year) and then it disappears. Entities like the Battlefield Trust need to apply for these government grants within a certain timeline specified in the grant. Typically they have to say what they want the grant for, how they'll use it and why they need it. The grant may include a requirement that it will be awarded only to an entity that has raised or appropriated a percentage of their project's cost on their own. This is to make sure they have skin in the game and gives an indication of how viable their project is. At least this is what I understand as I live in a state and near a major city that both have problems completing one or both of the tasks above and, therefore, miss out on a lot of assistance for necessary things.

 

[gary]

I'm actually looking forward to public access to Apache Canyon in Glorietta. I've been to other parts and have seen the one remaining wtiness building. Most of the National Park site at Glorietta is dedicated to Indians and early Spanish history; all of which is relevant to the history there.

 

[NFB22]

Not an area I envisioned when I read Perryville but any ground saved is worth it. Newtonia is a unique one.