At University of Rhode Island Foundation & Alumni Engagement, we are challenging students to think big. It is what the world needs to address our most pressing problems today and in the future. Your support is critical to these endeavors and to sustaining excellence across the University.
With a planned gift, you can make a significant impact at URI and in the lives of tomorrow’s leaders. Some gifts may even improve your tax or financial situation. We invite you to learn more by exploring the options on this website.
Whether your gift makes a difference today or tomorrow, you will feel good knowing you have shown your Rhody pride with a gift to URI.
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Under $25,000
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$25,000 to $99,999
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$100,000 to $999,999
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$1 million or more
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Under 40
The best gift options for you:
40-54
The best gift options for you:
55-69
The best gift options for you:
70+
The best gift options for you:
Cash
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Appreciated Securities
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Retirement Plan Assets
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Life Insurance
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Real Estate
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Tangible Personal Property
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Information contained herein was accurate at the time of posting. The information on this website is not intended as legal or tax advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor. Examples are for illustrative purposes only. References to tax rates include federal taxes only and are subject to change. State law may further impact your individual results. California residents: Annuities are subject to regulation by the State of California. Payments under such agreements, however, are not protected or otherwise guaranteed by any government agency or the California Life and Health Insurance Guarantee Association. Oklahoma residents: A charitable gift annuity is not regulated by the Oklahoma Insurance Department and is not protected by a guaranty association affiliated with the Oklahoma Insurance Department. South Dakota residents: Charitable gift annuities are not regulated by and are not under the jurisdiction of the South Dakota Division of Insurance.