WAYS TO GIVE
A gift to Bryant can be a life-changing experience for you and for generations of Bryant students to come. There are many different ways you can support Bryant, and your contribution is welcome in whatever form is most advantageous for you.
Gifts of Cash
The simplest way to support Bryant is through cash contributions. Cash gifts can be a one-time-only donation or a pledge paid in installments. You can receive a tax deduction for the amount permitted by law.
Gifts of Securities
Gifts of appreciated stocks, bonds, and mutual funds allow you to make a contribution and deduct the full-market value of the security at the time of the gift. You can avoid the capital gains tax on qualified assets given for charitable use.
 Please download instructions on making stock transfers.
Bequests
Bequests are contributions you make through your will. A bequest can be a specific asset, sum of money, or percentage or residue of your estate. By including Bryant in your will, you can establish a lasting legacy, and be recognized as a member of the 1863 Society.
Life Insurance
A gift of life insurance entitles you to a charitable income deduction when you name Bryant as both owner and beneficiary of an existing policy. Or you can purchase a new policy and make Bryant the owner and beneficiary.
Life Income Gifts
Life income gifts, such as charitable gift annuities, let you make a larger contribution now while continuing to receive income each year from your gift. By establishing a charitable gift annuity, you will be recognized as a member of the 1863 Society.
Gifts of Real Estate
A gift of real estate is a unique way to provide a lasting benefit to Bryant and to receive a charitable deduction based on a qualified appraisal of your property. An added benefit of donating real estate is that, in most cases, all aspects of its sale are handled by the University.
Gifts of Retirement Plans
In most cases, bequeathing retirement plan assets results in tax rates of 60 percent or more for your heirs. By making a gift of retirement plans to Bryant, the donation qualifies as a contribution, and will be taxed at a significantly lower rate.
Matching Gifts
Many companies offer matching gifts. If you or your spouse works for one of the more than 1,000 companies that offer matching gifts your philanthropy can have an even greater impact. You will be recognized for the full amount of your gift, plus any resulting match.
Check to see if your company matches gifts at http://www.matchinggifts.com/bryant/
For answers to your questions, or to make your gift, please contact the Development team at (877) 353-5667.
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