Gifts of Stocks and Bonds

Donating appreciated securities, including stocks or bonds, is an easy and tax-effective way for you to make a gift to our organization. More »
IRA Rollover

You may be looking for a way to make a big difference to help further our mission. If you are 70½ or older you may also be interested in a way to lower the income and taxes from your IRA withdrawals. More »
Beneficiary Designation

A beneficiary designation gift is a simple and affordable way to make a gift to support Howard University. You can designate us as a beneficiary of a retirement, investment or bank account or your life insurance policy. More »
Charitable Bequest

A charitable bequest is one of the easiest and most flexible ways that you can leave a gift to Howard University that will make a lasting impact. More »

Learn About Wills and Bequests

What are the benefits of making a bequest?

You leave a lasting legacy to be remembered
You lessen the burden of taxes on your family
You may receive estate tax savings

How can I learn more?

How do I make a bequest?

A bequest is one of the easiest gifts to make. With the help of an advisor, you can include language in your will or trust specifying a gift be made to family, friends or Howard University as part of your estate plan.

View Bequest Language

What are my options?

A bequest can be made in several ways:

You can gift a specific dollar amount or asset
You can gift a percentage of your estate
You can gift from the balance or residue of your estate
You can make a beneficiary designation of certain assets

How do I get started?

Request an Estate Planning Guide

Create an Online Account

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