Your Legacy at the Observatory
Legacy Giving · Planned Giving
Blue Hill Observatory has stood on this hill since 1885 — through storms, seasons, and 141 years of unbroken daily observation. The people who built that record did so because they believed the work mattered beyond their own lifetimes. A bequest is one of the most meaningful ways to carry that belief forward.
By including Blue Hill Observatory in your will or estate plan, you help ensure that this extraordinary scientific and historic legacy continues for generations to come — that the climate record keeps growing, that students keep climbing this hill, and that the doors of the Observatory stay open to scientists, educators, and the curious public long into the future.
Planned giving lets you create a lasting legacy while retaining full financial flexibility throughout your lifetime. Many of our most committed supporters have chosen this path as a forward-thinking way to extend their impact beyond what’s possible today.
How to Include Blue Hill Observatory in Your Estate Plans
Including the Observatory in your will or estate plan is simpler than many people expect. Here are the steps:
Speak with your advisor
Discuss your wishes with your attorney, financial advisor, or estate planner to determine the type of bequest that best fits your plans.
Include the Observatory in your will or trust
Your advisor can add language directing a specific gift, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder of your estate to the Blue Hill Observatory.
Use the correct legal name
To ensure your gift is properly directed, please use the following designation:
Blue Hill Observatory, Inc.
Tax ID: 22-2517414
Let us know
If you’ve included the Observatory in your plans, notifying us allows us to express our appreciation and ensure your intentions are fully understood.
