Ways to Give
Leaving a legacy is not as difficult as you may think.
Explore the many options for making a lasting and positive impact at the University of Georgia.
Gifts with Immediate Impact
A gift of cash is a simple and easy way for you to make a gift.
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Making a distribution from your DAF to the University of Georgia is a great way to make a gift.
Donating appreciated securities, including stocks or bonds, is an easy and tax-effective way for you to make a gift to UGA.
Donating appreciated real estate, such as a home, vacation property, undeveloped land, farmland, ranch or commercial property can make a great gift for the school you love.
A donor age 70 1/2 or older may donate up to $105,000 per year directly from an IRA to the “University of Georgia Foundation.” The amount donated counts towards the minimum required distribution (assuming you are required to take one).
Traditional planned gifts
Designate the University of Georgia Foundation to receive a bequest through your will or trust.
Donating part of all of your unused retirement assets such as a gift from your IRA, 401(k), 403(b), pension or other tax-deferred plan is an excellent way to make a gift to UGA.
A gift of life insurance is a great way to leverage your impact at Georgia by allowing you to make a sizable gift for pennies on the dollar.
Did you know that you can gift your real estate, take a deduction, but retain the right to use the property during your lifetime?
Making the University of Georgia Foundation a beneficiary of your DAF is a great way to make a gift with lasting impact.
Gifts Generating Income
Make a gift, get a tax deduction and receive payments for life.
Transfer your cash or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder unitrust. The trust sells your property tax free and provides you with income for life or a term of years.
Transfer your cash or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder annuity trust. The trust sells your property tax free and provides you with fixed income for life or a term of years.
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.
