Many employers will match an employee's donation to a given institution or charity. Policies on matching gifts vary depending on the employer. Some companies match employees' gifts as much as three to one. Generally, the employee initiates the matching gift from the employer by inquiring with the company's human resource departments, which provides a form that the employee sends to the university. To request more information about matching gifts, contact Ann Starr .
Some donors like to know their gifts provide permanence.
Gifts for buildings or major equipment needs are essential for the university to grow. Endowed funds often are established to honor families or faculty. Endowments are held in perpetuity and only a portion of the earnings are spent each year, and only for the purpose designated. To request more information about capital and endowment gifts, contact Christina Collier . Planned Gifts Profile Several giving tools are available for donors who wish to use estate planning to serve their philanthropic interests and gain a larger measure of control over their estate.