The Torrey Cliff Society

A planned gift to Lamont-Doherty is an excellent way to ensure an enduring commitment to outstanding earth and environmental research.

By including the Observatory in your estate plans through a bequest, charitable remainder trust or other planned giving vehicle, you become a member of the Torrey Cliff Society. The society is named for the estate that was given to Columbia University in 1948 by Thomas and Florence Lamont and is now home to the Observatory.

If you have already made provisions for Lamont-Doherty in your estate, or if you would like to learn more about planned giving options, please contact Sarah Huard, Director of Development at 845-365-8599.

Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory is a part of Columbia University and is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization. Gifts to the Observatory are tax-deductible in accordance with law.