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How to Give

How to Give

Support UC Merced directly or through a gift model that provides tax benefits and income. Click on a gift model below to learn more.

  • Bequest
    Designate UC Merced as an asset beneficiary by will, trust, or beneficiary designation form.
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  • IRA Rollover
    Make an IRA rollover gift this year and in future years, thanks to a permanent IRA charitable rollover.
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  • Beneficiary Designation Gifts
    Designate UC Merced as a beneficiary of a retirement, investment, bank account, or life insurance policy.
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  • Charitable Gift Annuity
    Transfer cash or appreciated property to UC Merced in exchange for lifetime fixed payments with rates based on your age.
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  • Charitable Remainder Unitrust
    Transfer cash or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder unitrust, which sells your property tax-free and provides income for life or a term of years.
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  • Charitable Remainder Annuity Trust
    Transfer cash or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder annuity trust, which sells your property tax-free and provides a fixed income for life or a term of years.
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  • Charitable Lead Trust
    Fund a trust that supports both UC Merced and your family for a fixed number of years based upon needs. Your family receives the trust remainder at substantial tax savings.
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  • Sale and Unitrust
    Give a portion of your property to UC Merced to fund a charitable remainder trust and receive cash and income for life when the property sells.
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  • Bargain Sale
    Sell your property for less than fair market value and receive cash and a charitable deduction for the difference between the market value and purchase price.
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  • Give It Twice Trust
    Provide your children with a stream of income while supporting UC Merced.
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  • Life Estate Reserved
    Donate property to UC Merced but retain the right to its use during your life.
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