Legacy Giving
Boston By Foot Legacy Circle
Carrying Boston’s Stories Forward
Since 1976, Boston By Foot has inspired exploration and discovery through guided walks that connect people with the city’s history, architecture, and communities.
You can help ensure these stories continue to be discovered and shared for future explorers by including Boston By Foot in your estate plans.
Legacy gifts, such as those described below, help sustain BBF’s educational programs, expand tours to new neighborhoods, and create new opportunities to discover Boston’s diverse history.
Ways to Make Your Legacy Gift
You may choose to include Boston By Foot in your estate plan through:
● Bequests in a will or living trust
● Retirement plan designations
● Life insurance gifts
● Charitable trusts
The most common legacy option is a bequest, which allows you to maintain full control of your assets during your lifetime, and support Boston By Foot through your estate plan.
Sample Bequest Language
“I give and bequeath to Boston By Foot, a nonprofit organization in Boston, Massachusetts,
● the sum of $______
● _____% of the residual of my estate/trust
● description of certain/specific asset: _____
to be used for its general purposes.”
Already Included Boston By Foot in Your Plans?
We would be honored to welcome you as a member of the Boston By Foot Legacy Circle, if you have already included Boston By Foot in your estate plans.
Please consider letting us know so we can thank you and recognize your generosity. Sharing your plans is entirely voluntary, and you are welcome to remain anonymous.
Learn More
To learn more about legacy giving or to notify us of your plans, please contact:
Samantha Nelson
Executive Director
samantha@bostonbyfoot.org
617-365-2345
Questions are always welcome. We’re happy to speak confidentially.
Ensuring Boston’s History Step by Step
Unlocking Boston’s history was a treasure trove Libby didn’t see coming.
As a student in Paris, Libby Dilling took a year-long course on the architecture and history of the city. Soon she found herself immersed in tracing the steps of that city's history and the buildings which shaped Paris. That single experience revealed and sparked an interest Libby never knew she had. “Paris’ history is multi-layered. Each neighborhood has its own story to tell with architectural landmarks standing as proof.”
A year later, after moving to Boston, Libby met a volunteer guide for Boston by Foot who shared their enthusiasm for our exceptional organization.
What serendipity to learn that Libby’s new stomping grounds was home to Boston By Foot, a non-profit organization devoted to wrapping history, people and architecture together to tell Boston's stories. Libby’s self-discovery, combined with BBF’s mission, was the gateway to a natural partnership.
The following spring, Libby enrolled in Boston By Foot's training program. That step initiated her strong connection to BBF which endures to this day. Libby's involvement at BBF spans over three decades as a former guide, board member, and ultimately board chair. And, her dedication to BBF has not waivered.
In 2015, Libby added Boston By Foot to her estate plan. Libby knows the value of Boston’s history and how only BBF brings it to life. “The quality, program variety and depth, and well researched tours, delivered by our knowledgeable dedicated guides is what I treasure about BBF.” Libby’s commitment to naming BBF in her will was a natural step. “I’m confident knowing BBF will be sharing Boston’s stories - a treasure trove of the city's people and places- for the next generation.”
This is Libby’s legacy. What will your legacy be?
