Ways to Give

How you can contribute to the Campaign for Colgate

Colgate truly appreciates your consideration of a gift to "Passion for the Climb: The Campaign for Colgate." Contributions to the campaign can take many forms, including outright gifts and a variety of planned gift arrangements such as bequests, gift annuities, or trusts. Although cash and securities are the predominant vehicles for supporting the University, donations of real estate, tangible personal property, and other assets can also have an important impact on the University's future.

Campaign gifts count (we call this campaign credit) toward not only your individual giving record, but also your class total; they qualify as charitable deductions for federal income tax purposes and may help to reduce federal capital gain and estate-tax liability. Read on for further details on planned giving options, gift credit, and possible tax implications, but remember: since state laws vary, information in this booklet applies only to federal taxes. You should consult your own attorney or financial advisor for assistance with state taxes and analysis of your particular situation.

Members of the advancement staff can assist you with questions related to campaign contributions as well as corporate matching gift programs, and all discussions will be held in strictest confidence.

The discussion herein is general in nature and may not apply to all individuals. Prospective donors are urged to consult their personal tax and financial advisors concerning the specific consequences of making gifts to Colgate. We would be pleased to discuss, in confidence, ways in which you may support Colgate. These measures may also have an impact on your estate planning.