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How it Works
- You transfer cash or appreciated securities to the William & Mary Foundation.
- The Foundation pays you and/or one other annuitant a fixed and guaranteed income for life.
- The remaining balance passes to the Foundation at the end of the annuity term to be used as you have directed.
Benefits
- Receive dependable, guaranteed, and fixed income for life in return for your gift.
- In many cases, the annuity rate will be higher than the yield you are receiving from stocks or CDs.
- Receive an immediate charitable tax deduction for a portion of your gift.
- A portion of your annuity payment will be tax-free.
Note
- Annuitants must be at least 65 at the time of the gift for an immediate gift annuity.
- The minimum gift amount is $25,000.