Born in Morrisville and raised in Cabot, Bill Davis has considered Vermont home for more than 75 years. Although he and his wife, Charla, have a home in Florida, they continue to spend a significant amount of time in Vermont cycling, hiking, golfing, and spending time with friends and family.
Deeply connected to the Stowe area through family history and business investments, Bill and Charla support Stowe Land Trust because they see
protecting the environment, recreational opportunities, and the agricultural landscape as essential to what makes Vermont unique.
“Vermont is, and always will be, a special place,” said Bill. “A big part of that is the environment and our business community depends on that. Stowe Land Trust plays a huge role in maintaining that balance between vibrant business and protecting the environment. It’s why so many people come to Stowe.”
As Pinnacle Society members of Stowe Land Trust, Bill and Charla support the organization’s mission, as well as specific fundraising campaigns. In 2024, they made a $50,000 challenge gift to inspire others to give to the Adams Camp Connector, which Bill says “hits the heart of what’s important to me.”
“We loved the idea of protecting a trail system from downtown Stowe to the highest peak in the state, Mt. Mansfield,” said Bill. “My family has had sugaring operations for four generations. I like knowing that the maples on that property will continue to be available for sugaring.” The former CEO of Cabot Creamery, a farmer-owned cooperative, Bill credits the Stowe Land Trust with helping to protect what little agricultural land remains in the Stowe area. “It’s so important to protect our farms and agricultural land,” he said.
Everywhere we turn, we see parts of Stowe that have been preserved and know they will be that way forever. Our kids and grandkids, who all live in or near Stowe, will be able to enjoy the same landscape that has been so important to us.