Double the Impact: Make a Tax-Smart Gift to WCU
Many of our donors are choosing to give non-cash assets to maximize impact while lowering their tax liability.
Explore tax-smart gift options
Learn about gifts that maximize the impact of your support while providing tax benefits for you!
Stocks and securities
Donating appreciated stock or mutual funds may help reduce capital gains taxes while making an impact today.
Donor Advised Funds
Recommend grants to West Chester University Foundation as a tax-efficient way to give.
Cryptocurrency
Donate Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies as a tax-efficient way to support West Chester University Foundation.
Qualified Charitable Distributions
Use your IRA to make tax-free gifts that benefit you and support our mission.
Real Estate
Donate real estate to make a lasting impact, unlocking the hidden potential of your property’s value.
Planned giving helps fuel West Chester University Foundation‘s mission
A gift in your will creates a foundation for the future. Our work today is important, but it is equally, if not more important, to ensure West Chester University Foundation can continue well into the future.
We’re here to help you meet your goals!
Our team would be happy to speak with you in confidence about your giving goals, with no obligation.
Already included us in your estate plan? Let us know
More ways to make an impact
Gifts in a will or trust
Donations in your will or trust are (by far) the most popular type of planned gift. Learn more, or get help starting your will (for free!).
Beneficiary designations
Gifting assets not covered by your will — like 401(k) or IRA accounts — may help your heirs avoid unwanted taxes, even if you’re below the estate tax threshold.
Gifts that pay you back
Give assets while providing yourself or others with income for a period of time or distributions at a later date.