Donations

Your Support Makes the Difference

The Desert Tortoise Council relies on donations to fund our mission to assure the perpetual survival of desert tortoises represented throughout their historical ranges in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Donations fund our events and activities, including our Grants Program, which provides monetary grants to researchers, land managers, and conservationists working on projects that seek to conserve or restore desert tortoise populations and habitats using science-based approaches. Please consider a tax-exempt donation to the Desert Tortoise Council, a 501(3)(c) organization, so that we may continue our mission.

In addition to donating on our website, you can mail in a donation or become a member.

Mail In Your Donation

If you prefer to make a donation by check or money order, please make it payable to the DESERT TORTOISE COUNCIL and mail it to:

Desert Tortoise Council
3807 Sierra Hwy #6-4514
Acton, CA 93510

The Desert Tortoise Council values your privacy and does not release its membership or donor lists. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.

Join/Renew Your Membership

Click here to join or renew your DTC membership today.

Give Stocks

Contact us to transfer a gift of stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. Gifts of appreciated stock are an easy way to provide crucial support to the Desert Tortoise Council and increase your charitable giving. Please contact David Hedrick at dhedrick@deserttortoise.org to discuss.

Transfer a Gift from Your IRA 

The Pension Protection Act of 2006 gives those at least 70½ years of age the opportunity to make tax-free charitable gifts from IRA funds, including the minimum required distribution. Please also consider making the Desert Tortoise Council a full or partial beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k) or other qualified retirement plan. 

Legacy Gifts

Make a planned gift and ensure a future benefit to threatened Desert Tortoises. Provide for the future by naming the Desert Tortoise Council as a beneficiary in your estate plans. A legacy gift will ensure that the Desert Tortoise Council can continue its mission for years to come. Please contact David Hedrick at dhedrick@deserttortoise.org to discuss.