Ways to Give

Create Your Legacy Through a Planned Gift

Charitable gifts help you meet your current philanthropic goals and extend your generosity well into the future. But did you know that a planned gift can also protect your assets, provide for your family, and guarantee you income for life? You can even make a significant impact through a gift that costs nothing in your lifetime (through a charitable bequest under your will).

Five Ways to Make a Planned Gift

To read about one of the five basic ways to make a planned gift, select the one below that best fits your situation.

Gifts by Will
Make a gift that costs nothing now.

Beneficiary Designations
Beneficiary designations are one of the simplest and most flexible ways to make a gift.

Gifts That Pay You Income
You can support RISD and retain income for yourself and loved ones.

Gifts from Retirement Plans
Consider retirement plan benefits for a significant gift to RISD.

What to Give
Giving cash is simple, but giving assets such as stocks often offers additional tax savings.