150th Legacy Challenge
Shape Calvin University's future—while making a difference today.
When you commit to including Calvin in your will or estate plans, you help unlock $1.5 million in matching funds today that support current students and strengthen Calvin's mission into the future.
Types of Planned Gifts
Learn about gift options that provide tax and income benefits.
Not sure where to start? Contact us. Already know how you plan to give? Let us know.
Stock, real estate, or other assets
You can increase your potential impact—and experience significant tax savings—by giving non-cash assets.
Gifts from your IRA
If you are 70 ½ or older, you can make a sizable gift from an individual retirement account (IRA) to Calvin and reduce your taxable income.
Estate and legacy gifts
When you give a gift to Calvin University in your will or trust (also known as a “bequest”), you model to your loved ones a legacy of generosity.
Gifts that pay you income
With a lifetime income gift, you can give cash or other property, and receive steady income for the rest of your life. The remainder will benefit Calvin.
Donor-advised fund
If you have money set aside in a donor-advised fund, you can recommend a grant to Calvin.
Request a free gift planning guide
Learn about ways to leave assets to charity that provides you and loved ones with current and future benefits.
Email us at giftplanning@calvin.edu to request your guide!
Join the William Spoelhof Society
We would be honored to add you as a member of the William Spoelhof Society if you have included Calvin University in your estate plan or other planned gift.
