by Lee Hickerson, Tree Trust Donor
I support Tree Trust because I believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed.
I am most inspired by Tree Trust’s commitment to helping young people build confidence, learn valuable skills, and gain meaningful work experience. Tree Trust offers more than a job, it gives young people encouragement, mentorship, and a chance to discover what they can accomplish.
It means a lot to me to know my support helps create these experiences, shaping a young person’s future while strengthening communities and caring for Minnesota’s environment.
A Simple Way to Give
As a retiree, I choose to make my annual gift through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from my IRA. A QCD allows eligible donors age 70½ and older to direct funds from an IRA to a qualified charity such as Tree Trust and may offer tax advantages depending on individual circumstances. It’s a simple, efficient way for me to support a cause I care deeply about while investing in the next generation.
