Resilience Element

When you donate to our Resilience Fund, your gift is used where it’s needed most in supporting the Trail Conference's mission. Trail Conference programs are funded by grants, contracts, and donations from individuals and corporations. But those sources don’t always cover 100% of the costs associated with running every program. The Resilience Fund is an annual fund that supports these programs and the general operating expenses that enable us to be a compliant, sustainable, 501 (c)(3) nonprofit.

Where does my money go?
Gifts to the Resilience Fund, quite simply, keep our organization running. These crucial funds cover salaries, pay operating expenses for our headquarters, keep the website operational, and fill gaps in program funding to provide stability in our on-the-ground work and day-to-day operations. They have helped launch our Online Learning Library and ensure our technology is meeting trail users’ needs. They ensure our staff are well-equipped and available to support our volunteers and the public. They also keep our historic headquarters at Darlington Schoolhouse open for community events and visitor information.