{"id":2796,"date":"2023-09-07T16:35:43","date_gmt":"2023-09-07T16:35:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webtest.brandonu.ca\/give\/?page_id=2796"},"modified":"2023-10-27T16:21:03","modified_gmt":"2023-10-27T21:21:03","slug":"giving-options","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/give\/support\/giving-options\/","title":{"rendered":"Giving Options"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class='post-2796 float'><h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Planned Giving Brochure<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/give\/files\/planned-giving-brochure.pdf\">Download a PDF copy of our Planned Giving brochure<\/a> (1.3 MB)<\/p>\n<\/aside><h2>Leaving a Legacy for Future Generations<\/h2>\n<p>Thank you for considering a gift to Brandon University. We gratefully accept contributions from our alumni, faculty, friends, and community. It is our privilege to work with our donors to create the giving opportunity that best aligns your philanthropic goals with the needs of our BU community.<\/p>\n<p>The following gifts are eligible for acceptance by the Brandon University Foundation. Please contact the Office of Advancement &amp; Alumni Affairs to further discuss your contribution.<\/p>\n<div id=\"accordion-1\" class=\"accordion no-js\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1-t1\" class=\"accordion-title js-accordion-controller\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1-c1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-initialstate=\"closed\">\n\t\t\t\tGifts of Cash, Cheques, Money Orders, or Credit Card\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1-c1\" class=\"accordion-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Gifts of cash, cheque, money order, or credit card are considered to be made on the post-marked date if the gift was mailed, or the date the gift was received by the Brandon University Foundation if it was hand delivered or made online. Year end gifts must be post-marked on or before the December 31 deadline to be eligible for a tax receipt for the same year.<\/p>\n<p>Contributions may be made online at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/give\/donate\">BrandonU.ca\/GIVE\/<\/a> and\/or delivered to the Brandon University Foundation at the address below:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\"><strong>Brandon University Foundation<\/strong><br \/>\nClark Hall 114<br \/>\n270 \u2013 18th Street<br \/>\nBrandon, Manitoba<br \/>\nR7A 6A9<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1-t2\" class=\"accordion-title js-accordion-controller\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1-c2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-initialstate=\"closed\">\n\t\t\t\tGifts-in-Kind\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1-c2\" class=\"accordion-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>A gift in kind is a non-cash gift of capital property, which may include publicly traded securities, real estate, artwork, special collections, books, musical instruments, and other tangible property.<\/p>\n<p>Gifts are subject to acceptance and\/or approval by Brandon University and may require one or more independent appraisals supplied by the donor. A charitable receipt will be issued based on fair market value of the asset on the date the gift is transferred.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1-t3\" class=\"accordion-title js-accordion-controller\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1-c3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-initialstate=\"closed\">\n\t\t\t\tLife Insurance\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1-c3\" class=\"accordion-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>You may assign Brandon University as the beneficiary of a new or existing life insurance policy. By transferring ownership and naming Brandon University as a beneficiary of your policy, your premiums are tax deductible. When the policy is realized, you will also receive a tax receipt for the cash surrender value of the policy, plus accumulated dividends and interest.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1-t4\" class=\"accordion-title js-accordion-controller\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1-c4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-initialstate=\"closed\">\n\t\t\t\tCharitable Gift Annuities\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1-c4\" class=\"accordion-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>A gift by annuity designates Brandon University as the beneficiary of the annuity\u2019s balance. Ownership of the capital is transferred to the University, while the donor is guaranteed a fixed income, until the funds are realized.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1-t5\" class=\"accordion-title js-accordion-controller\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1-c5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-initialstate=\"closed\">\n\t\t\t\tCharitable Trusts\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1-c5\" class=\"accordion-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n<p><strong>Charitable Trusts<\/strong><br \/>\nA donation through a charitable trust is an appealing gift option, allowing you to make a gift in the future, but save on taxes today.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Charitable Remainder Trusts<\/strong><br \/>\nA Charitable Remainder Trust is a voluntary transfer of property made by a donor or their designate. It is a legal agreement where the donor creates a trust, either through a trust company or a named individual. The trustee holds and manages the assets, which can be in the form of cash, securities, or real estate. The donor (or other named beneficiaries) retains the interest income for the rest of their lives. When the trust terminates, the remaining principal is released to the University.<\/p>\n<p>Donors receive a donation receipt for a portion of the asset which is calculated on the basis of actuarial statistics of life expectancy, interest rates and the value of the property at the time the gift is transferred to the trust.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Charitable Residual Trusts<\/strong><br \/>\nA Charitable Residual Trust is a gifting arrangement similar to a Charitable Remainder Trust. In this case, however, tangible assets such as artwork, or a personal residence is donated to the University through a signed agreement. The University then owns the property, but the donor retains the right to continue to enjoy the possession during their lifetime.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1-t6\" class=\"accordion-title js-accordion-controller\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1-c6\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-initialstate=\"closed\">\n\t\t\t\tGifts by Will\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1-c6\" class=\"accordion-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>A bequest in your will allows you to make a substantial contribution, while maintaining your assets throughout your lifetime. As Brandon University Foundation is a registered charity, your estate will be provided a donation receipt for the value of your bequest, creating a considerable tax credit on your final tax return.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sample Wording for Gifts by Will<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cPlease pay to the Brandon University Foundation, Canadian Charitable Registration #889535449RR 0001 (XXX % of the residue of my estate, or the sum of $ XXXXXX, or other, etc). This gift is to be used as designated by the donor and\/or deemed appropriate by the Brandon University Foundation in accordance with University policy.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><em>The information provided may be used in a will or legal document if the donor wishes to make a bequest to Brandon University. We encourage you to seek independent and professional legal and\/or financial advice.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1-t7\" class=\"accordion-title js-accordion-controller\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1-c7\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-initialstate=\"closed\">\n\t\t\t\tReal Estate\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1-c7\" class=\"accordion-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>A gift of land, including farmland, residential properties or private and commercial buildings can be gifted to Brandon University. Real estate can either be used for specific applications by the University or sold using the proceeds as designated by the donor and the University.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1-t8\" class=\"accordion-title js-accordion-controller\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1-c8\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-initialstate=\"closed\">\n\t\t\t\tPublicly Traded Securities\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1-c8\" class=\"accordion-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Investments in personally held stocks and securities can be transferred to Brandon University including publicly traded stocks, bonds and mutual funds. Applicable income tax benefits may be available. Donors should consult with a tax professional to confirm the income tax treatment of such gifts.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 role=\"button\" id=\"accordion-1-t9\" class=\"accordion-title js-accordion-controller\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1-c9\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\" data-initialstate=\"closed\">\n\t\t\t\tFaculty &amp; Staff Donations\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1-c9\" class=\"accordion-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Contributions may be designated to an area of choice and are tax-deductible. Your donation can be made through a one-time donation, pledge contributions, stipend\/sessional overload contribution, payroll deductions, or cash.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/give\/files\/REQUEST-FOR-DONATION-BY-PAYROLL-DEDUCTION.pdf\">Request for Donation by Payroll Deduction Form<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Completed forms may be returned to our office for confirmation and processing. Thank you.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n<p><em>We encourage you to seek independent professional legal and\/or financial advice to best determine how a gift to Brandon University can be a part of your giving portfolio. Gifts will be subject to acceptance and\/or approval by Brandon University in accordance with University policy and must follow Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Giving Guidelines. Please contact the Office of Advancement &amp; Alumni Affairs to further discuss your contribution. Thank you.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Planned Giving Brochure Download a PDF copy of our Planned Giving brochure (1.3 MB) Leaving a Legacy for Future Generations Thank you for considering a gift to Brandon University. We gratefully accept contributions from our alumni, faculty, friends, and community. 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