Dear Friend,

I’ve been thinking a lot about the importance of community during this very difficult year we’ve all faced. Community is what connects us all to one another. It’s more than just where we live—it’s the common values and ideals that define who we are and guide our way forward.

Those who believe in the power of historic preservation belong to a community, too. It's made up of people who support the National Trust and believe that historic places have a crucial role to play in telling the full American story—its past, its present, and its future.

I hope you'll consider joining our community. We need more members like you, who care about saving historically significant places, to make our work possible. Please join the National Trust today by making a contribution, and it will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $100,000, doubling your impact for historic preservation.

Some members of our National Trust community have shared in their own words why saving historic places is so important to them:

The National Trust community comes together to save historic places that belong to the fabric of the American culture. When there’s a historically significant place that’s threatened by flooding, irresponsible development, or another risk, we work together to find and fund innovative ways to protect that place. We celebrate our successes, too, and take great pride in the places our community helped save for future generations to experience.

I’m very proud of the dedication and commitment of National Trust members. You can join our community by making a donation today. Most members give $100 to help protect historic buildings, neighborhoods, landmarks, and sites across the country.

Right now, whatever amount you’re able to give to the National Trust will be matched dollar-for-dollar, doubling your contribution to save America’s historically significant places. But hurry, because this matching opportunity ends soon.

Thank you for believing in the power of historic preservation.

Sincerely,

Elizabeth Bruns Director of Member Engagement