A pledge can be fulfilled all at once or over a period of up to 5 years.
Pledges often allow donors to consider a larger gift than initially thought possible.
A gift of securities may be made as an outright gift or as a payment on a pledge. A gift of appreciated securities can be attractive because under current tax laws, the donor recognizes no capital gain on the increase in value since the securities' purchase. A planned gift is one that incorporates philanthropy with estate and financial planning for the benefit of both the donor and the School of Medicine. Many corporations will match the gifts of current or retired employees. Please ask your employer if your company participates in a gift-matching program to benefit the School of Medicine.