Ways to Give

Create a lasting legacy at Notre Dame by including a future gift in your will or living trust—an easy way to support what matters most to you without impacting your life today.

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Recommend grants to Notre Dame and outside charities from your Notre Dame Donor Advised Fund and enjoy a simple, flexible way to align your charitable giving with your long-term philanthropic goals.

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Turn appreciated assets into lifetime income for yourself or loved ones while ultimately making a meaningful gift to support Notre Dame’s mission.

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Designating Notre Dame as a beneficiary of a retirement account or insurance policy is a straightforward way to make a powerful future gift—often with significant tax advantages.

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If you’re age 70½ or older, you can make a tax-smart gift directly from your IRA to support Notre Dame while potentially reducing your taxable income.

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Donating stocks or other appreciated securities allows you to support Notre Dame’s mission while potentially avoiding capital gains taxes and maximizing the impact of your gift.

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A gift of real estate—such as a home, vacation property, or land—can transform a valuable asset into meaningful support for Notre Dame’s future.

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A charitable lead trust enables you to provide income to Notre Dame for a set period while ultimately transferring assets to your family, often with significant tax advantages.

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A gift of a privately held business interest can help you maximize your charitable impact at Notre Dame while potentially realizing significant tax benefits.

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