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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.

Flowchart: Donor makes a gift of cash to WMU.

Benefits of gifts of cash

  • You can make an immediate impact on our mission.
  • You can take a charitable income tax deduction.

How to make a gift of cash

Online gifts of cash — Just click here and complete our online donation form. Your gift will be processed quickly and safely using our secure server.

Mailing a gift of cash — You can send a check or money order to Attn: Gift Processing, WMU Foundation, 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5403. Please let us know if you want your gift used for a specific purpose by indicating that purpose either in the memo line or in a letter to us.

More on gifts of cash

Did you know that you can mail a check on December 31 and, even if the check is not received and cashed by Western Michigan University Foundation until after the new year, the IRS will allow you to take a deduction in the year the check was mailed? Keep this in mind for year-end tax planning!

Contact us

If you have any questions about gifts of cash, please contact us. We'd be happy to help.

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