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Did you know there are creative ways to support James Madison University? Ways in which James Madison University, you and your loved ones all benefit at the same time?

Such giving techniques are called "planned gifts", because with thoughtful planning, you create win-win solutions for you and James Madison University.

Some examples are naming James Madison Foundation, Inc. in your will, make JMU beneficiary of your IRA, life insurance and/or retirement plan

Let us help you plan for the future with our new will creation platform! We care about our alumni and know it can be intimidating to take the first steps in creating a will. We want to make it as easy as possible. Here is an opportunity to create your legacy and support the causes you care about the most. We make estate planning accessible, simple, personal, secure, and FREE!

Will Planning Wizard

Not ready to draft your will? Use this Wizard to organize your assets and your goals.

Note: Information entered in the LegacyPlanner is not held by JMU – it’s for personal use.

Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution

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IRA Charitable Rollover (QCD) Tool

70 ½ or older? Make a “Tax-Free” Gift Through Your IRA. The Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is an excellent way to show your support for James Madison University and receive tax benefits in return.

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You're never too young.

Planning ahead is not just for the elderly. Neither are planned gifts. Right now you may be focused on accumulating assets and providing for your family obligations. But you can also support our mission in a long-lasting way. It's easier than you think. We are so grateful for your loyalty and generosity support, and we offer giving techniques that fit your circumstances now and maximize your ability to give. Please contact us and we'll tell you more about the giving tools that work well for younger donors.

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The Madison Founders Society

Members of the Madison Founders Society have expressed their commitment to James Madison University through a very special and important form of financial support.

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Plan-a-Gift ™

Interactive Plan-a-Gift™ will recommend the best gift plan to meet your individual needs based on your age, goals and assets, and will help James Madison University at the same time.

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