Supporting MALT Archives

Larry Petersen playing corn hole, tossing a beanbag through the air at a ranch in Marin.

Supporter Spotlight: Larry and Madeline Petersen – A Lasting Legacy

April 14, 2023

When Larry and Madeline Petersen decided to leave a gift to MALT in their estate plans, it was driven by a desire to make a lasting legacy on the landscape. “It’s not so much about being remembered,” Larry shared, “but about helping protect something greater than ourselves.”

Introducing MALT’s New Strategic Pillars

April 10, 2023

Honoring the legacy and vision of our founders, we are excited to embark on the next chapter of our work which builds on their foundation of success. To help guide these efforts over the next few years, we are organizing our work around five strategic pillars.

In Loving Memory of Phyllis Faber

January 16, 2023

It is with great sadness that we share news of the passing of Phyllis Faber, one of the two visionary founders of the Marin Agricultural Land Trust.

Big Wins, Top Stories & News You Shouldn’t Miss – 2022 in Review

December 12, 2022

It’s been an action-packed year for us here at MALT. Here are the highlights.

Ellen Straus enjoying time with her cows in the pasture - MALT

5 Life Wisdoms from MALT’s Cofounder, Ellen Straus

September 29, 2022

Vivien Straus, daughter of MALT cofounder Ellen Straus, shares five insights into her mom’s guiding life principles, ingredients for success in any endeavor.

Meet Lily Verdone, MALT’s New Executive Director

September 7, 2022

After an extensive search process led by members of both our board of directors and staff, we are thrilled to announce that Lily Verdone has been selected as MALT’s next executive director.

Bell Family poses in front of vintage farm truck - MALT

The Bell Family: For the Love of Food and the Land

August 3, 2022

David, Lydia, and their daughter Julianne have been MALT supporters for over two decades. Here’s their story.

Measure A Renewed – A Win for All of Marin County

June 9, 2022

On June 7, 2022, Marin County residents voted to renew a sales tax that funds the protection of agricultural land.

Year-End Fundraising Match Challenge is a Success; A Big Thank-You to Donors

January 25, 2022

We can’t name the long-time MALT donor behind an end-of-2021 challenge gift of $25,000, but we want to make our gratitude very publicly known. Our anonymous benefactor proposed the challenge to inspire MALT’s supporters to match it and double their gifts in November and December of 2021. Did our donors rise to the challenge? Oh,…

MALT Announces a Leadership Transition

December 30, 2021

December traditionally marks a time of transition. As we pass the Winter Solstice, and as 2021 gives way to a new year, MALT announces our own transition in leadership. Jennifer Carlin, who many of you already know as MALT’s director of advancement, has been promoted to acting CEO following the resignation of CEO Thane Kreiner,…