Preserving and protecting those things that we all hold dear - our quality of life, a distinctive heritage, and the integrity of Mt. Desert Island's natural wonders - is a wise investment. Naming Friends of Acadia in your will gives you peace of mind that you're helping protect Acadia National Park forever.

For your consideration and that of your estate advisor, below are examples of language you may add to your will or a codicil:

1. I hereby bequeath $_____ to Friends of Acadia, Inc., a Maine charitable corporation, P.O. Box 45, Bar Harbor, Maine 04609, for its charitable purposes.
2. I hereby devise ______% of my residuary estate to Friends of Acadia, Inc., a Maine charitable corporation, P.O. Box 45, Bar Harbor, Maine 04609, for its charitable purposes.
3. I hereby devise the following property to Friends of Acadia, Inc., a Maine charitable corporation, P.O. Box 45, Bar Harbor, Maine 04609, for its charitable purposes: [description of property].

Please do not hesitate to call us at 1-800-625-0321, or have your attorney or financial advisor call, if you have any questions or require additional information.