Legacy gifts — through wills, trusts, or beneficiary designations — help protect mountain lions and the landscapes they roam for generations. These thoughtful plans can support long-term conservation, strengthen wildlife coexistence efforts, and ensure a future where pumas, people, and wild places thrive together.
Decide how you want your assets used
Include Mountain Lion Foundation in your plans
You’ll be guided through a free, legally valid process that takes about 20 minutes. (No obligation; change anytime.)
A tax-efficient gift
Without changing your will
With simple paperwork through your plan provider
This designation can supplement ongoing support or serve as your primary legacy gift.
By including Mountain Lion Foundation in your plans, you help sustain:
Protection of vital habitat
Science-based wildlife policy and coexistence programs
Education and community engagement
Long-term conservation wherever mountain lions roam
Your thoughtful planning today means mountain lions — and the wild places they belong to — will thrive for generations.
Is this really free and legally valid?
Yes. The tools we link to are free and create legally recognized documents in all U.S. states.
Do I have to include MLF?
No — these tools are for your full estate planning needs. Including MLF is optional and honored respectfully.
Can I change my plan later?
Absolutely. Your plans are yours to adjust at any time.
What if I already have a will?
You can still designate Mountain Lion Foundation as a beneficiary of assets like retirement accounts or life insurance.
If you’ve chosen to include Mountain Lion Foundation in your plans, we would be honored to hear from you. This helps us thank you and welcome you into a community of long-term supporters.
We’re here to help in confidence.
Ellen O’Connell
Executive Director
eoconnell@mountainlion.org
Legacy giving conversations are confidential and personalized — we’d be glad to answer any questions.