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The Joseph Burr Society

Named for the school's founding donor, Joseph Burr, the Burr Society recognizes the alumni, parents, and friends who have provided for Burr and Burton in their estate plans.

If you have already established a planned gift to BBA, or if you would like to learn more about your giving options, please contact Director of Advancement Kate Leach by email or at 802-549-8201.
Burr and Burton offers simple and accessible planned giving options for those wishing to maximize the efficiency and impact of their charitable support of the school.

Gifts By Will or Trust
Bequests and testamentary gifts may take many forms including:
  • a specific amount of cash, stock, or other assets from your estate or retirement plan
  • a fixed percentage of your estate or retirement plan
    a percentage of your residuary estate
  • See our Bequest Intention Form and Sample Bequest Language.
Beneficiary Designation
Listing Burr and Burton Academy as a beneficiary of your assets is an easy way to make a planned gift. Simply contact the administrator of the asset, and complete a beneficiary designation form, specifying either an amount or percentage of the value that you want Burr and Burton to receive.

Beneficiary designation applies to:
  • Retirement assets
  • Life Insurance policies
  • Bank Accounts
  • Commercial Annuities
  • Donor-Advised Funds
To find out how you can create a lasting legacy and join the Joseph Burr Society, contact Director of Advancement Kate Leach by email or 802-549-8201.