Planned Giving
Plan your gift to Springfield College
Springfield College offers a full range of charitable gift planning services to alumni, parents and friends. The Office of Development can help you explore a host of gift options that will allow you and your family to make a difference to present and future generations.
This site offers ideas and information to help you consider and complete a planned gift to Springfield. Explore Giving Options here, or visit the navigation bar on the right. You can utilize our gift calculator, learn about The 1885 Society, find sample bequest language, or simply read fellow Springfield College personal giving stories.
Deciding on the right gift for Springfield can be challenging. It is important to think about your personal and family goals. These could range from maximizing tax benefits, and producing income, to preserving assets for your heirs. The following information can help.
Please contact us if you would like to learn more about how to make a planned gift and become a member of The 1885 Society.
NEW LAW: Federal economic stimulus legislation may affect your giving. Special Tax Incentives for Giving
Getting Started
There are many planned gifts that won’t affect your existing financial resources, but will have a significant impact on Springfield College. Give to the institution you care so much about, while maintaining control and flexibility.
- Giving Through Your Estate
- Giving With Tax Benefits
- Giving While Generating Income
Make a Bequest
A bequest is a gift provision in your will or revocable living trust. All assets, including cash, securities, real estate, and tangible personal property, may be transferred to Springfield College at the end of your life.
- Gift of a percentage of your estate
- Gift of a specific dollar amount or asset
- Gift from the balance of your estate
Learn About Bequests »
Bequest Language for Donors »
The Ideal Gift for You?
When determining the right gift option, it’s vital to first decide your most important personal and family goal. This could range from maximizing tax benefits to preserving assets for your heirs.
Donor Stories
Each and every day donors to Springfield College are contributing to our mission and helping our institution make a lasting impact on student's lives. Read some of their stories...