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What to Give

What to Give
  • Gifts of Stocks and Bonds
    Donating appreciated securities, including stocks or bonds, can make an excellent gift. It's an easy and tax-effective way for you to make a difference at Western Michigan University.
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  • Gifts of Real Estate
    A gift of real estate, whether it's a home, vacation property or undeveloped land, can unlock high charitable value. Depending on your goals, there are many ways to gift property to Western Michigan University Foundation.
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  • Gifts of Retirement Assets
    Retirement assets, such as an IRA, 401(k), 401(b) or pension, can be heavily taxed when left to heirs. It may be more tax efficient to leave cash and appreciated assets to heirs, while naming Western Michigan University Foundation as the beneficiary of your retirement assets.
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  • Gifts of Cash
    A gift of cash is a quick and simple way for you to make an impact at WMU.
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  • Gifts of Insurance
    If you have a life insurance policy that has outlasted its original purpose, consider giving it to Western Michigan University Foundation. For example, you may have purchased a policy to provide for minor children and they are now financially independent adults.
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