Foundation Offices:

Planned Giving

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Ways to Give

There are almost as many variations on ways to make a donation as there are needs to be met. Explore this section to discover new ways to make a gift that also take into consideration your personal circumstances and the needs of your loved ones.

Bequests
Learn how to help others and the University of Tennessee by using one of the most popular and simplest ways to make a gift. More

Beneficiary Designations
Continue supporting our work even after your lifetime by naming us as a beneficiary of your retirement plan, life insurance or insurance annuity assets. More

Charitable Gift Annuities
Read more about how to make a donation and, in turn, receive a fixed annuity payment each year for life. More

Charitable IRA Rollover
Under the extended charitable IRA legislation for 2012 and 2013, if you’re 70½ or older, you can make charitable gifts now to the University of Tennessee Foundation using funds from your individual retirement accounts (IRAs) without undesirable tax effects. More

Charitable Remainder Trusts
In the right circumstances, this plan can increase your income, reduce your taxes, unlock appreciated investments, rid you of investment worries and ultimately provide very important support. More

Memorial and Honorary Gifts
If you have a family member or friend whose life has been touched by the University of Tennessee Foundation, we hope you'll consider making a gift to us in honor of that person. More