James Madisons Montpelier We The People Spring 2015 | Page 16

WE THE PEOPLE The Spirit of Philanthropy THE IMPACT OF YOUR GIFT In partnership with you, our supporters and friends, Montpelier continues to be a source of inspiration—a powerful connection to the past and a meaningful guide for the future. 67% of our OPERATING REVENUE comes from philanthropy 84% of all revenue is spent on EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS that inspire minds and promote active citizenship Your investment in Montpelier makes a difference for the nation and around the world. Thank you! Montpelier’s fiscal year ends on June 30. Please consider a gift today to help us reach our goals. By check. Please use the enclosed business reply envelope. Online. Please visit montpelier.org/donate. For more information on how to make a gift, please contact Elizabeth Von Hassell, director of annual giving, at 540-661-0259 or [email protected]. DONORS LIKE ME May Day Taylor of Washington, D.C. first visited Montpelier with her family in 1980. Though the property was still owned by the duPonts, Ms. Taylor was inspired by the site’s powerful ability to illustrate the lives of James and Dolley Madison. Thirty-five years later, Ms. Taylor is one of The Montpelier Foundation’s most loyal donors, making consistent contributions to support Montpelier since 1993. “I remain excited about my opportunity to help preserve the legacy of James and Dolley Madison,” commented Ms. Taylor. As the daughter of civics teachers, Ms. Taylor was instilled with “a good dose of history.” In 1965, she joined the Dolley Madison Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and soon after became hooked on all things Madison. With the help of Ms. Taylor and donors like you, James Madison’s Montpelier is creating great experiences for people from around the world. Thank you! 16