Endowment & Planned Giving
Leave a Legacy Forever
If you feel led to support Piedmont University, perhaps an endowment or planned giving would suit your financial parameters. Whether it’s through a recurring yearly gift or a one-time donation, you can leave your mark on Piedmont for years to come.
No matter how you choose to give to Piedmont, it’s the students who benefit from your generosity, and all Lions thank you for your support.
Endowments
With a gift or pledge of $25,000 or more, which can be paid over five years or through an estate plan, you can establish a named endowment fund to support Piedmont’s future or for a specific initiative. For more information, contact Ann Sutton at 706-776-0148 or asutton@piedmont.edu.
Scholarships & Endowed Scholarships
Your gift to scholarships opens doors. It empowers deserving students to pursue their dreams, innovate boldly, and lead with purpose. Whether you're honoring a legacy or simply believe in the power of education, your support makes a lasting impact—one student at a time.
Named scholarships may be endowed by Piedmont University with a gift or pledge or $25,000 or more, which can be paid out over five years, or through an estate plan. For more information, contact Ann Sutton at 706-776-0148 or asutton@piedmont.edu.
Planned Gifts
You can leave a legacy to Piedmont, provide for your family's needs, and minimize taxes by making a planned gift to the college. Various options include:
Scholarships & Endowed Scholarships
Your gift to scholarships opens doors. It empowers deserving students to pursue their dreams, innovate boldly, and lead with purpose. Whether you're honoring a legacy or simply believe in the power of education, your support makes a lasting impact—one student at a time.
The Newell Society
Members of the Newell Society have included Piedmont University in their will. Bequests, large and small, continue to provide substantial support for Piedmont's programs and is one of the easiest gifts to make. Named for Henry Clinton Newell, Piedmont’s third (1907-1910) and fifth (1930-1936) president, Newell established the first endowment fund, tirelessly canvassing supporters across the country to support Piedmont. To become a member of this distinguished society, there is no minimum gift amount, and you may request anonymity. If you have already designated Piedmont as a beneficiary of your estate or if you would just like more information, contact Ann Sutton at 706-776-0148 or email asutton@piedmont.edu.
Charitable Gift Annuities (CGA)
A CGA allows you to make a gift to the university while providing for your financial needs. Rates of return vary depending on your age. A CGA also provides charitable tax deductions for the charitable gift portion of the annuity. You receive fixed payment to you or another annuitant you designate for life and benefit from payments that may be partially tax-free while supporting Piedmont’s mission to provide quality educational experiences.
IRA Rollover
An IRA Rollover allows people age 70 ½ and older to reduce their taxable income by making a gift directly from their IRA. This is a great way to help Piedmont while avoiding taxes and possibly satisfying your required minimum distribution (RMD) for the year.
Gifts of Appreciated Stock, Bonds, Real Estate or Life Insurance
These gifts may carry tax benefits for you while strengthening Piedmont's endowment. You may minimize your capital gains or other taxes while helping students gain an education. Careful planning can make charitable giving a true financial advantage, not only for the university but for you as well. Tax laws make certain types of gifts more advantageous than others. We encourage you to consider a planned gift and suggest that you consult your financial advisor or lawyer while developing your financial plan.
Have Questions?
For more information regarding all endowment and planned giving options, please contact Piedmont University Assistant Vice President Ann Sutton in our University Advancement office.
ADVANCEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
Ann Sutton
Assistant Vice President