{"id":4757,"date":"2026-03-26T10:59:09","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T15:59:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.macalester.edu\/support-mac\/?page_id=4757"},"modified":"2026-03-27T11:36:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T16:36:06","slug":"planned-gift-options","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.macalester.edu\/support-mac\/planned-giving\/planned-gift-options\/","title":{"rendered":"Planned Gift Options"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Every Planned Gift Makes a Difference<\/h2>\n

No matter how you choose to make your planned gift, you become part of a powerful tradition of generosity that fuels Macalester\u2019s future. Your planned gift of any amount will propel future students, strengthen the Macalester community, and carry your values forward for generations to come.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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Easy Ways to Make Your Planned Gift<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t

Consider supporting Macalester for years to come by including Macalester in your will or naming Macalester as a beneficiary of retirement accounts or life insurance policies. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Bequests & Will Provisions<\/h3>\n

A bequest in your will or trust allows you to make a meaningful future gift without affecting your finances today.<\/p>\n

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Beneficiary Designation Gifts<\/h3>\n

Naming Macalester as a beneficiary of your retirement plan, life insurance, or other account is a simple, tax\u2011smart way to create lasting impact.<\/p>\n

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Make a Gift and Receive Income<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t

Through gifts that provide income, you may receive a tax deduction for a portion of your gift, receive income for life, and make a gift to Macalester that you may not have thought possible. Learn more about the options for guaranteed income gifts that benefit you and Macalester. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Charitable Gift Annuities<\/h3>\n

A charitable gift annuity provides you with fixed lifetime payments while supporting Macalester\u2019s mission far into the future.<\/p>\n

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Charitable Remainder Unitrusts<\/h3>\n

A charitable remainder unitrust offers variable income for life or a term of years, with the remainder supporting what you love most about Macalester.<\/p>\n

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Make a Difference in a Tax-Wise Way<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t

Some giving opportunities have specific tax advantages. Our team can help explore your options and share the benefits.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Appreciated Securities<\/h3>\n

Gifting appreciated stocks or mutual funds may help you avoid capital gains taxes while maximizing your support.<\/p>\n

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Gifts of Real Estate<\/h3>\n

A gift of real estate\u2014now or in the future\u2014can unlock significant tax benefits and make a transformational impact.<\/p>\n

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Tangible Personal Property<\/h3>\n

Donating valuable personal property, such as artwork or collectibles, can support Macalester while offering potential tax advantages.<\/p>\n

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Charitable Lead Trust<\/h3>\n

A charitable lead trust provides annual support to Macalester for a set period before ultimately passing assets to your heirs.<\/p>\n

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Have you included Macalester in your plans?<\/h2>\n

Supporters who include Macalester in their plans are welcome to join the James Wallace Society. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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