The University of Toledo Foundation : Ways of Giving

Throughout the University’s history, gifts from generous alumni and friends like you have been vital to UT’s success. Today, your support—whether to UT’s Annual Fund or capital campaign—remains more important than ever as we work together to make The University of Toledo a university of distinction.

UNRESTRICTED GIFTS

Unrestricted gifts, given with no restricted purpose, are especially encouraged. These give the University the flexibility to take advantage of special opportunities and to meet emergency needs. Income from unrestricted endowment funds will be used for priority needs determined by the University.

DESIGNATED GIFTS

Donors may designate gifts, including those for unrestricted use, for a particular academic division of the University. Gifts that are restricted for a specific use, such as scholarships, may also be designated for a particular college, department or program.

OUTRIGHT GIFTS

• Credit Card Gifts: Make your gift here
   
• Checks: Gifts by check should be made payable to:
  The University of Toledo Foundation
  P. O. Box 586
  Toledo, OH 43697-0586
   
• Pledges: Donors may make their pledge commitments payable over several years.  Call the UT Foundation at 419-530-7730 or make your pledge online through our secure site.
  
  
• Securities: Gifts of stocks and bonds may be made to the UT Foundation. Please contact a Foundation representative at 419-530-7730, who can explain how securities can be transferred to the Foundation.
  
  
• Real Estate and Other Personal Property: Gifts of real estate, equipment, art, jewelry and other personal property may be made to the Foundation. Such gifts will be counted at fair market value as determined by a qualified third-party appraiser, subject to IRS rules and regulations.
  
  
• Matching Gifts: Corporate matching gifts count toward a donor’s total giving and may significantly increase the gift’s value.

PLANNED GIFTS

Planned or deferred gifts allow donors to make a significant gift that will benefit UT in the future, typically at the donor’s or beneficiary’s death. The UT Foundation welcomes the opportunity to work with donors and their legal and financial advisers to establish planned gift arrangements.

In many cases, planned gifts offer donors substantial tax advantages and financial benefits, such as lowered estate tax liability or increased spendable income.  Donors should consult with their own advisers as to the specific tax consequences.

For more information on Planned Giving see our Planned Giving Site

For more information on any of these options or additional gift plans, call the UT Office of Institutional Advancement at 419-530-2603 or toll-free at 1-866-848-0002