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Are you interested in giving to SIU<\/a> but unsure about how to get started? No problem.<\/p>\n The SIU Foundation<\/a> is proud to offer a number of ways to make donations of all sizes.<\/p>\n For the university to continue to fulfill its mission of excellence in teaching, research and service, it relies on private support from individuals and organizations sharing its commitment to students.<\/p>\n Cash Checks can be made payable to the SIU Foundation and submitted with a gift pledge form<\/a>. Gifts made by credit card require the same form<\/a>.<\/p>\n You can also transfer funds to the foundation regularly by setting up an electronic fund transfer from a bank account. The foundation provides a form<\/a> for that process, too.<\/p>\n Matching Gifts Many corporations will match the contribution of their employees, officers and directors \u2013 and, in some instances, spouses and retirees.<\/p>\n Ask your company’s personnel or community relations department if your company has a matching gift program. Interested donors can also visit www.siuf.org\/matching<\/a> and search for their employers on the \u201cMatching Gifts\u201d page.<\/p>\n Securities There are various ways of transferring these gifts, such as a transfer of securities from the donor\u2019s brokerage account or a delivery of the certificate to the foundation.<\/p>\n Gifts of long-term appreciated securities may offer substantial tax savings. These gifts may be deducted at the fair market value without the recognition of capital gains.<\/p>\n Real and Personal Property Gifts-in-kind may include a personal residence, farm equipment, artwork, rare books and other property that has a determinable value. The Internal Revenue Service has established rules for valuing these gifts, and the foundation reviews them prior to acceptance.<\/p>\n In Memoriam By sending a name and address, the foundation will send an acknowledgement of the gift to the family. We will not mention the dollar amount of the gift unless you ask that we do so.<\/p>\n Annual Gifts The annual giving campaign is an excellent opportunity for alumni to maintain close contact with their colleges or departments.<\/p>\n Your annual support plays an essential role in ensuring SIU students and faculty have the best resources available to pursue their academic endeavors. Any kind of private support is crucial and will have a positive impact on the university.<\/p>\n Endowments Contributions can be made in the form of cash, securities, life insurance or real estate. An endowment also can be established through a will or charitable trust.<\/p>\n Each donor has the option of endowing a chair, professorship, visiting lecturer, faculty fellowship, graduate fellowship, scholarship or facility. The minimum amount necessary to create an endowment is $25,000 (payable over a period of up to five years).<\/p>\n IRA Gifts Plus, the financial benefits to each donor are significant. You can:<\/p>\n Contact your IRA plan administrator, and the funds can be directly transferred to the foundation.<\/p>\n Corporate Gifts Becoming involved with the university in this fashion can assist in the recruitment of SIU\u2019s top students, and in internships, research opportunities and exposure during campus events.<\/p>\n Engage with us on\u00a0LinkedIn<\/a>,\u00a0Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0Twitter<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Instagram<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Are you interested in giving to SIU but unsure about how to get started? No problem. The SIU Foundation is proud to offer a number of ways to make donations of all sizes. For the university to continue to fulfill its mission of excellence in teaching, research and service, it relies on private support from … Continue reading Interested in making a gift? Here\u2019s how<\/span>
\n<\/strong>The quickest way to make a gift is to use a check, a credit card or an electronic fund transfer.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Did you know that some companies match their employees\u2019 contributions? It\u2019s true.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Stocks, mutual funds, bonds and other publicly traded securities may be transferred as gifts through the foundation.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Gifts of real or personal property, also known as gifts-in-kind, can enhance the mission of the university.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Gifts also can be made in honor of memories of loved ones.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Each year, annual gifts contributed by alumni and friends of the university help provide scholarships to students, in addition to funding for research efforts, equipment and other needs.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>An endowment is a great way to ensure your gift has a noticeable, lasting effect on those it benefits.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>An IRA charitable rollover is an effective way to help SIU advance its mission.<\/p>\n\n
\n<\/strong>Gifts from corporations and foundations can play a significant role when it comes to serving students. Whether you are part of a large global company or a local business, a partnership with SIU can be mutually beneficial.<\/p>\n