Alumni & Development

Types of Giving

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Gift of Securities
Gifts of Securities receive favorable tax treatment. A gift of appreciated securities to the School of Law avoids the capital gains tax normally due on sale and qualifies for a charitable income tax deduction. In the normal case, the tax deduction is based on the fair market value of the securities at the time of your gift.

Planned Giving
Donors can contribute to the School of Law's future and meet their own financial needs at the same time through planned giving. Planned giving techniques may provide an opportunity for a gift larger than a donor believed possible. Most donors make gifts of cash but there are a number of other non-traditional methods of giving to the School of Law. These gifts can include contributions through:

• stocks
• retirement funds (IRAs)
• home, vaction, or rental property
• insurance policies
• art and antiques

Bequests
Specific, residual, or contingent bequests are important for the future of the School of Law. Unrestricted bequests are particularly beneficial since they can be used for the institution's most pressing needs. Gifts made by will are normally exempt from federal and state estate taxes.

Reunion Gifts
Reunion giving is an important part of the Law School's private support, particularly in the area of student scholarships. Reunion gifts have also played a significant role in increasing our endowments. Examples of reunion gifts are the Class of 1975 National Moot Court Team endowment, the Class of 1969 Professorship in Teaching Excellence, and the Class of 1976 Scholarship Endowment in memory of Barney Smith.