Meet Our Donors

A Passion to Save Crystal Clear Mountain Streams

As a scrappy little tomboy growing up on Colorado's West Slope, Lulu spent summers along Marvine Creek and Lakes, exploring the backwoods on horseback and learning about nature as only a curious kid with endless hours can do.

A Dynamic Tool for Generational Philanthropy

A decade ago, after his board completed the sale of his successful public company, Larry set out to find his next identity. To consider his alternatives, Larry headed for the river to fly fish and ponder his future.

Redirecting Tax Dollars to Trout Unlimited

When faced with mandatory withdrawals from his Individual Retirement Account, Bill did not want or need them. Given the choice between paying taxes or supporting TU, Bill decided, "I choose TU!"

The Commitment of a Lifetime and Beyond

Rob already loved fly-fishing when he met the love of his life, Teresa, in high school. Ever since, they have supported each other through their educations, careers, children, grandchildren, and now their philanthropy.

A Life Well Lived and a Legacy for the Future

Twenty years ago, when faced with a large capital gain, Schuyler "Sky" Sweet found a way to avoid tax on that gain while creating a lifetime income from those investments-all while creating a legacy for Trout Unlimited.

Using Long-term Appreciation to Make a Long-term Difference

From Monterey Bay to the streams and headwaters of the Bay Area, to the cold clean waters of the Lake Tahoe area, Jim and Louise are in love with the waters where they live and play.

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