My UMass Amherst connection is the gift that keeps on giving. I contribute not only to strengthen that connection, but also to keep UMass Amherst positioned as a preeminent university. I see my donation as an investment in human capital, in world-class education, and ultimately in the future.

– Heidi Berenson ’79
Emmy®-winning television producer

Charitable Treasure In Pension Legislation:

• Sample Request from Plan Owner to Administrator for Charitable Distribution from Individual Retirement Account (.doc)

• Sample Letter from Donor Informing UMass Amherst of Forthcoming Qualified Charitable Distribution from Administrator (.doc)

When you give to UMass Amherst, you have many options for directing and structuring your gift.

You can make a simple, annual tax-deductible donation or make your gift part of your long-range financial planning. You can give to the school, college, department, or program of your choice. You can support the aspirations of students, improve equipment or facilities, or enhance faculty opportunities. You can provide much-needed scholarship aid or renew your ties to the university at reunion time.

The opportunities are many, the rewards are lasting, the choice is yours.

Your gift makes a difference

Using this concise Quick Facts guide, see how your gift helps UMass Amherst.

• Does your company offer a gift matching program?
• For information on making a gift of stock, please phone Wendy Curtice (413) 577-1480.
• For information on other types of gifts, please phone the Development Office at (413) 545-2741.