Are there other ways to make a non-cash gift to Wayne State University?
There are many ways to give to Wayne State University, including a bequest in a trust, a life-income gift, a gift of retirement fund assets, a gift of life insurance, a gift of appreciated assets and through charitable lead trusts. Other assets that may make gifts while saving you in taxes include closely held stock, business practices, partnerships, contracts, leases, royalties and patents. Careful planning can maximize the positive effects of outright contributions such as appreciated securities, life insurance policies, real estate and gifts of personal property, as well as deferred gifts such as bequests, testamentary trusts and life income trusts. Please contact the Office of University Development at (313) 577-2275 or toll-free at (877) 978-4438 to discuss your gift.