Non-cash Gifts

Pledges

Pledges during Campaign Iowa State enable you to plan a gift that is both convenient and tax wise. A pledge allows you to consider a more significant gift than otherwise would have been possible. Terms for pledges during Campaign Iowa State are typically made payable up to a five-year period. Employees of ISU may make a gift by completing a payroll deduction form.

Securities

Securities may be contributed as outright gifts or as a pledge payment. When you make a gift of appreciated securities (stocks, bonds or mutual funds that have grown in value), your income tax deduction is equal to the fair market value of the securities and you may avoid capital gains taxes on the transfer.

Gifts-In-Kind

Gifts-in-kind are items of tangible property such as art, books, computer equipment, or livestock. When donated for related educational purposes, they are recognized at their fair market value. An independent appraisal is required for gifts-in-kind valued at more than $5,000.

Real Estate

Real estate can be contributed as a current outright gift or a gift through your estate. It also may be given to finance a deferred gift such as a charitable remainder trust. Available gifting options allow for continued use of the property for your lifetime or for lifetime income. All gifts of real estate, such as a residence, farm, undeveloped land, vacation home, or commercial property should be discussed with representatives of the Iowa State University Foundation.