Planned GivingMaximize your philanthropic goals
Make a difference in people's lives and always be remembered for your contribution
Benefit yourself, your family and Furman with your planned gift
Help us fulfill our mission for many years and generations to come
How to Give
Giving to Furman can be done either directly or through a gift model that can provide tax benefits and even income. Click on a gift model below to learn more.
We strongly recommend consulting your tax and/or legal professionals before finalizing your planned gift. Click here for a list of Furman alumni attorneys who may be able to assist with your estate planning needs.
If you have already included Furman in your estate plans and have not shared that with us, we would be honored to celebrate your gift and welcome you to the Legacy Society. You can share the details of your gift by completing a planned gift letter of intent and returning it to our office.
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BequestYou designate our organization as the beneficiary of your asset by will, trust or beneficiary designation form.
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IRA RolloverCongress has enacted a permanent IRA charitable rollover. As a result you can make an IRA rollover gift this year and in future years.
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Beneficiary Designation GiftsYou can designate us as a beneficiary of a retirement, investment or bank account or your life insurance policy.
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Charitable Remainder UnitrustYou 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.
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Charitable Remainder Annuity TrustYou 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.
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Charitable Lead TrustYou fund a trust that makes gifts to us for a number of years. Your family receives the trust remainder at substantial tax savings.
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Sale and UnitrustYou give a portion of your property to us to fund a charitable remainder trust, when the property sells you receive cash and income for life.
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Bargain SaleWe purchase your property for less than fair market value. You receive cash and a charitable deduction for the difference between the market value and purchase price.
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Give It Twice TrustYou provide your children with a stream of income while making a gift to charity.
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Life Estate ReservedYou give your property to our organization but retain the right to use the property during your life.
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Donor Advised FundsYou fund a DAF and make charitable gift recommendations during your lifetime. When you pass away, your children can carry on your legacy of giving.
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