Bequest
A charitable bequest is one of the easiest and most flexible ways that you can leave a gift to the University of Georgia Foundation.
HOW EASY IS IT?
You can include language in your will or trust specifying a gift to be made to the University of Georgia Foundation as part of your estate plan.
A BEQUEST MAY BE MADE IN SEVERAL WAYS
- Receive an estate tax charitable deduction
- Reduce the burden of taxes on your family
- Leave a lasting legacy to charity
BENEFITS OF A BEQUEST
- Percentage bequest – make a gift of a percentage of your estate
- Specific bequest – make a gift of a specific dollar amount or a specific asset
- Residual bequest – make a gift from the balance or residue of your estate
Contact Us
If you have been so generous as to include a bequest to the “University of Georgia Foundation” as part of your estate plan, please contact us. We would like to recognize you for your generosity and coordinate with you on the appropriate documentation to ensure that your gift is used in accordance with your wishes when received.
Our team is here to help
If you are interested in learning more about opportunities for supporting the university through a planned gift, reach out today or give us a call at 706-542-8140. We’re always happy to help answer any questions you may have.
Mike Cook
Senior Director, Gift & Estate Planning
mikecook@uga.edu
Patrick Knowles
Associate Director, Gift & Estate Planning
pknowles@uga.edu
Ryan Rasmussen
Assistant Director, Gift & Estate Planning
ryan.r@uga.edu
Zeb Brookshire
Trusts and Estates Coordinator
zbbrooks@uga.edu
Lauren Schlesinger
Marketing and Stewardship Coordinator
lkschlesinger@uga.edu
Carrie Bero
Administrative Associate
cbero@uga.edu
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This site is informational and educational in nature. It is not offering professional tax, legal, or accounting advice. For specific advice about the effect of any planning concept on your tax or financial situation or with your estate, please consult a qualified professional advisor.
