Goals & Benefits
There are many ways to make a gift to Vassar. Take a look at some of the options designed to help you achieve different goals.
Gift Planning
Ways of Giving
Matthew Vassar Legacy Society
Members of the Matthew Vassar Legacy Society have expressed their commitment to Vassar College through a an important form of financial support.
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Variety is the spice of giving.
You can give almost any kind of highly appreciated property—such as closely-held stock, real estate, partnership interests, or valuable art—to a charitable remainder trust and receive major tax and income benefits.
So, all at once, you can:
- Receive income for life
- Take a charitable tax deduction
- Avoid all capital gains tax
- Support the mission of Vassar College
You can even allow your assets to accumulate tax-free until you "turn on the income spigot" at retirement or some other future event, such as the start of your child's education.
Read more, email us, or contact us at 845-437-5429.
Plan-a-Gift ™
Interactive Plan-a-Gift™ will recommend the best gift plan to meet your needs based on your age, goals, and assets all while helping Vassar College.
Explore More Gift Options
Will or Trust →
You can plan a gift that will not affect your cash flow.
Appreciated Securities →
Take advantage of appreciated securities and avoid tax.
Life Insurance →
Make a significant gift, no matter the size of your estate.
Retirement Plan →
Donate double-taxed assets and leave more to family.
Real Estate →
Donate a valuable asset and receive powerful tax benefits.
Personal Property →
Donate personal property and receive signifcant tax benefits.
Donor-Advised Fund →
Make a gift from your Donor-Advised Fund, or name us a beneficiary.
Mineral Rights →
Gift mineral rights and receive a tax deduction.
Charitable Gift Annuity →
Give a gift of cash or stock and recieve income in return.
Deferred Gift Annuity →
Younger donors can make a gift and lower taxable income.
Flexible Gift Annuity →
More flexibility than a deferred payment gift annuity.
Personal Planning
Use these tools to start your gift to Vassar College. Learn more about personal planning →.
Contact Us
Planning your estate and legacy for future generations, including your charitable interests, takes careful evaluation. Consulting with the appropriate professionals can assist you.
Jeremy Goldberg, Assistant Director of Estate Gift Planning
jeremygoldberg@vassar.edu
845-437-5429
