Donate to Firefly Trail, Inc. and become a member

Please consider a tax-deductible charitable donation to Firefly Trail, Inc., the 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation bringing the trail to you!  Membership is granted for any donation amount.

suggested donation Levels

$1,000+    Engineer         
$500    Conductor    
$250    Ticket Agent 
$100    Steward        
$50    Porter           
$20    Student      
Select one of the levels above, or simply donate any amount you'd like.
Donations and other charitable contributions are a critical part of how nonprofit organizations like Firefly Trail, Inc. operate.  Our 501(c)(3) corporation status allows your donation to be tax-deductible. 
Online (Debit/Credit)
Since Firefly Trail, Inc. participates in PayPal's Giving Fund, no fees will be charged to you or FTI.  Don't have a PayPal account?  Click below and select "Donate with a Debit or Credit Card."
In-Kind
Donations in kind are welcome when they align with the mission of our organization.  Please contact FTI here and let us know what you have in mind.
Mail (Check/M.O.)
Send a personal check/money order to:

Treasurer, Firefly Trail, Inc.
345 Lyndon Avenue
​Athens, GA 30601
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Be sure to include either your email address or your mailing address so we can send you a letter of acknowledgement for tax purposes.

Other Fundraising

Amazon shoppers, switch to AmazonSmile and select "Firefly Trail Inc" - Amazon will donate .5% of your purchase price.  

Kroger Plus cardholders, designate Firefly Trail, Inc. (Organization #BJ882) as your community partner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are donations to Firefly Trail, Inc. deductible?   
Yes! FTI is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization as defined by the IRS. Our Federal Employer Identification Number 45-1444715. 

What will my donation be used for?
Donations to FTI will be used to assist community groups and local governments along the trail to build and maintain the Firefly Trail.  For example, FTI may contribute to another local organization's efforts or provide matching funds necessary to attract vital grants.  In other cases, FTI may provide materials and supplies to help promote the trail at local festivals and/or charity walks, runs, or rides.
 
Can I designate my donation for a particular purpose or part of the trail?
Non-designated donations are preferred because they give us the maximum flexibility in putting your donation to use, but we will do our best to follow donors’ preferences so long as those preferences are consistent with our IRS non-profit status and they align with the mission and needs of our organization.  Be sure to specify your preference in writing at the time of your gift.