Gifts must meet certain criteria in order to be accepted by the university. Commitment of Intent to Make a Gift Commitment gifts are usually designated to a specific fund or program, and there are three ways you can make a commitment of intent. Making a gift by sending in or e-mailing a commitment form to the university. You can request the information online that is needed to implement an electronic funds transfer. You will only need to send in a cancelled check to set up the transfer.
Many companies offer matching gift programs to encourage employees to make charitable contributions.
Matching gifts are a great vehicle for donors to maximize the impact of their gift. Corporate matching programs will vary, so if you are interested in availability of this program, you should check directly with your employer. Memorial and Tributes Memorial or tribute gifts provide you with the opportunity to recognize those who have made an impact on your life. This type of gift is a sincere way to celebrate the life and accomplishments of a relative, friend, teacher or student. Baylor University offers a number of pooled funds that pay tribute to people with special ties to the institution.