Contributions to the College of Social Work can take many forms. Each
donor has unique circumstances, so we have listed the various options
open to you.
We also have the option to make a gift
online. Giving to the College of Social Work online is a completely
secure process, verified for security through the VeriSign Secure Site
Program. For the personal touch, of course you may always work directly
with Jennifer Heller, Director of Development (614/292-8879 or by email
at heller.4@osu.edu.
Cash
A gift of cash is the simplest and most convenient way to contribute to
The College of Social Work. All your gifts can be deducted to the full
extent of IRS rulings.
Pledges
A pledge to the College of Social Work is an option for donors to extend
their giving capacity and plan a personal giving program that is convenient
and tax-wise. A pledge may also allow a donor to consider a more significant
gift than would otherwise be possible. Terms for payment on pledges is
flexible and at the option of the donor. I will be happy to talk to you
about options over a year, or for as long as five years.
Planned Gifts
Many donors find that, from a financial, tax-planning, and/or estate planning
perspective, it may be beneficial to consider long-term planned giving.
A gift of this nature can be accomplished through several gift instruments
including gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, and bequests. Please visit The University Devlopment website for more information.
Securities
Securities, including gifts of appreciated stock, may be made as outright
gifts or as payments on a pledge. Stock certificates can be reassigned
directly to The Ohio State University Foundation or may be transferred
through the donor’s broker. The mean market value on the date of
the transfer will determine the value of the gift or tax purposes (it
is best to consult with me or any development officer before making the
transfer).
Appreciated stock can offer tax advantages as well, up to 30% of your
adjusted gross income. The deduction is based on the fair market value,
and capital gains taxes are not due when the stock is transferred to the
university.
For general questions on securities, please contact Kristyn Carman at
614/292-2141.
Gifts of real estate
Almost any type of real property, whether it is a home, farm, vacation
home, commercial building, or an undeveloped parcel of land, can constitute
as a gift. A gift of real estate can be made either outright or through
other methods. Gifts of real estate necessitate a professional appraisal,
EPA testing, and a determination by the OSU Treasurer’s Office and
the Board of Trustees that the property is desirable to the university.
Corporate Matching Gift
Many companies encourage philanthropic giving from the employees and their
spouses by maximizing an employee gift by matching a contribution with
a corporate contribution. Donors with this option should obtain a matching
gift form from the employer (usually through the office of human resources)
and send it along with their personal gift to The College of Social Work.
If you have further questions, please contact Jennifer Heller at 614/292-8879
or by email at heller.4@osu.edu.
