Thanks for your support

In 1891, Charles Eliot founded The Trustees on the idea that all people deserve access to the beauty and life-enriching qualities of nature. Since then, generations of Trustees members have built a legacy of permanently protected landscapes, celebrated cultural and historic treasures, and healthy, close-knit communities.

Our work is all about you–the people who bring our extraordinary places to life. With your annual leadership support, you continue a long tradition of providing vital open space to the public, Just as many dedicated individuals helped build The Trustees into the nonprofit leader we are today, your investment now will be the foundation of our future.

Half of all Massachusetts residents live within five miles of a Trustees property and all the wonder found within. The steadfast support of our Founders Circle is what makes this possible.

I am proud of what we have accomplished together, but there is still much to be done. As national conservation leaders, we must keep working to protect our threatened landscapes, respond to a changing climate, uplift marginalized voices, and reach new and diverse audiences. We need you, our most dedicated donors and friends, to continue leading the way. Together, we will improve the quality of life for our communities and engage, delight, and inspire people for years to come.

– Katie Theoharides
President & CEO, The Trustees

Membership information and FAQs

Founders Circle members enjoy all the benefits of a Trustees membership including free or reduced admission to 123 reservations, quarterly issues of our award-winning Special Places magazine, and discounts on hundreds of events and programs. We are delighted to offer the following additional privileges for each giving level in our Founders Circle.

• Free, anytime admission to Crane Beach, no ticket or reservation necessary.
• Invitations to special events and event pre-sales.
• Ability to give one free family membership to a non-member each year.
• Private property tours upon request.
• Invitation to the Annual Meeting and Dinner.

See below for frequently asked questions from Founders Circle members—including questions about membership cards, Crane Beach access, and more.

You can also look up your member ID with our member lookup tool. If you have any further questions, you can also reach out to our Annual Fund Director Susan Lewis at slewis@thetrustees.org.

Join or Renew Your Membership

You can join the Founders Circle or renew your annual membership on our webpage here.

If you have any questions about when your membership expires, don’t hesitate to reach out to development or your relationship manager directly.

Founders Circle Events

Throughout the year we hold several special events for our Founders Circle members. These events give members an inside look at how your investment is making a difference at The Trustees.

To see what events are happening near you, visit our Founders Circle events page.

You can also visit our Things To Do page to find out about one of the many Trustees events happening every day across the state.

To look up your tickets, re-send your email confirmation, or cancel free reservations, visit here: Order Lookup

Get Involved

Opportunities to get engaged with Trustees work and support our mission are wide-ranging and include the following:

• Volunteer with us
• Learn about our Planned Giving Society
• Corporate Partnerships

Don’t forget to follow us on social media and sign up for our e-newsletter to learn about the latest news and updates at The Trustees.

Publications and Resources

With more than 120 properties across the state, there is always something new happening at The Trustees! Check out some of the resources below to learn what your donation supports and what The Trustees is planning for the future.

Special Places Magazine
View our award-winning quarterly digital magazine, Special Places. Inside every issue you’ll find compelling articles and beautiful photography that connect you to The Trustees, to the places you love, and to conservation issues across Massachusetts.

Annual Report
Our Annual Report gives us the chance to tell you – our members and supporters – about the work that you helped us accomplish over the past year. View the 2023 Annual Report here.

Momentum Campaign Book
A retrospective of The Trustees’ 2018-2023 strategic plan, Momentum, its successes and impact on the future of the organization. The campaign was funded in large part by members of our Founders Circle.

eNewsletter
Our eNewsletter is packed with Trustees events and happenings, from super fun to interesting and informative. We’d love for you to sign up now to get our bi-monthly eNewsletter delivered right to your inbox. Enjoy!

Fact Sheet
Take a look at the numbers on our people, properties and programs.

Community Resources
See our community resources, which are helpful for landowners and community members across the Commonwealth.