What to Give

The simplest way to support RISD is through cash gifts. Creative gifts can also be funded with stocks, bonds and other appreciated assets. These provide you with charitable deductions and can offer additional tax savings as well.

Choose the category of assets below that best fits your situation.

Gifts of Cash, Checks, and Credit Cards
A gift of cash is easy to make.

Gifts of Appreciated Securities
Smart gift planning combines charitable intent with cost-efficient planning techniques.

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

Gifts of Life Insurance
Life insurance may fund a gift or replace the value of a gifted asset.

Donor-Advised Fund
Give to a charitable giving vehicle sponsored by a public charity that allows you to make a contribution to that charity.