Cash This is usually the most convenient way to give. Gifts of cash are fully deductible for federal income tax purposes, provided you itemize deductions. Pledges Pledges enable a donor to plan a personal giving program and one that is both convenient and tax-wise at the same time. A pledge allows consideration of a more significant gift that may otherwise be possible.
Payments are flexible too, and are set up at the option of the donor.
Securities Securities can be used for outright giving or payments on a pledge or even to fund charitable trusts. Stock may be reassigned directly to the UW-Whitewater Foundation, Inc., or may be transferred through a donor's broker. The mean market value on the date of the transfer determines the value of the gift for tax purposes. Gifts of securities may be tax deductible, up to 30 percent of your adjusted gross income. The gift deduction is based on the full fair market value and capital gains tax is not due when the stock is transferred to the University.