University Advancement

The Old Main Society honors donors whose lifetime cumulative cash, in-kind, or deferred gifts total $50,000 or more (amounts are doubled for organizations). Gift levels include:

• Centurium Circle (more than $1,000,000)
• Gold Medallion ($500,000 - $999,999)
• Benefactor ($100,000 - $499,999)
• Old Main Society ($50,000 - $99,999)
• The Founders Society is a special society that honors those who have made planned gifts to the University in the form of bequests, estates, trusts, annuities, etc.

The five prestigious giving levels recognize annual cash and in-kind gifts to the University of $1,000 or more, and members receive invitations to special SUU events and recognition at the presidential level in the annual "Honor Roll of Alumni and Friends." The giving levels are:

• President's Cabinet ($25,000 or more)
• President's Circle ($10,000 to $24,999)
• President's Council ($5,000 to $9,999)
• President's Associates ($2,500 to $4,999)
• President's Club ($1,000 - $2,499)

The Founders Society honors the generosity of donors who have named Southern Utah University in gift plans, including gifts through estates. T-Birds are learning, growing, and giving back to SUU because of the generosity of those who have come before them. Gifts that qualify for the Founders Society recognition include gifts in wills, trusts, and retirement plans, gifts that provide income, and more. By joining the Founders Society, you join others in celebrating the lasting impact that planned gifts have on SUU’s long-term success. If you have included SUU in your plans but have not let us know, we hope you will share your intentions by completing the form below or contact us today. The Founders Society is a vital group of donors who are invited to special events and the opportunity to meet current T-Birds and hear their stories.

If you have already shared your plans with us and want to ensure that our records are accurate, we would love to hear from you!

• Bristlecone Club ($500 - $999)
• Centennial Club ($100 - $499)
• Old Sorrel Club (up to $99)

More than ever, SUU needs the generous support of alumni and friends to fill the gap left behind in limited state funds. Annual gifts provide vital support to scholarships, library and laboratory resources, facilities, and more.

• Existing Scholarship or Fund
  • Contribute any amount to an established fund.
• Annual Scholarship Fund
  • Established with gifts of $1,000 or more.
  • Four-year commitment of similar gift is encouraged to fund student through schooling.
  • Not permanent, but opportunity to build a lasting relationship between donor and recipient.

Ranging from endowments that provide enduring support to major contributions that make an immediate impact, leadership gifts to a specific college or program provide an investment in the future success of SUU. Contact our staff to learn more about the needs in your area of interest.

• Endowed Gifts
  • Permanent & perpetual.
  • Created with gifts of $40,000 or more (may be funded over a period of five years)
  • Principal of fund produces income on interest to cover the intention of the donor but the principal remains untouched.

Planned gifts may be customized to best served the donor’s needs, objectives and wishes, while helping to strengthen SUU’s future. Planned giving options include bequests, charitable remainder trusts, real estate, and life insurance.

Alumni and friends often are able to make a longer investment in the future of SUU than they thought possible through a deferred gift. Some deferred gifts will provide current income to the donor and a current tax deduction when the gift is established.

There are several ways to make a deferred gift:

• Wills, bequests and trusts
• Residual interest in a home or other property
• Beneficiary assignment of an insurance policy
• Charitable remainder or lead trusts
• Charitable gift annuities

Learn how to make a gift to the SUU Foundation in support of SUU.

• Cash/Check/Credit Card
• Payroll Deduction
• Donor Advised Funds
• Bank Wire Transfer for Stocks & Securities
• Employer Matching Gifts
• Planned Gifts
• Memorial Gifts
• Land & Mineral Rights

As a member of the faculty or staff at Southern Utah University, you invest your time and talent in support of SUU and our students every day. Your tireless commitment, energy and work continue to elevate SUU’s reputation and our innovations in learning, student success and experiential education are receiving national recognition. Thank you for all you do!

Give Now!

If you are 70 1/2 years old or older, you can receive tax benefits and support SUU. This gift option is called an IRA charitable rollover or a qualified charitable distribution (QCD). Up to $100,000 per individual can be given to qualified organizations such as SUU without having to pay income taxes on the money.

Why make this type of gift?

• You pay zero income taxes on your gift. The transfer does not generate a taxable income & tax deduction. You benefit even if you do not itemize your deductions.
• This charitable rollover gift can satisfy all or part of your required minimum distribution for the year.
• You make a positive impact on T-bird Nation.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I make this gift now? Even if I’m not quite 70 ½?

No. You must be age 70 ½ by the date you make the gift.

When do I need to make my IRA Charitable Rollover?

In order for your donation to qualify this year, we must receive your gift by December 31st. If you write a check from your IRA account, please mail your check by December 20th. This will allow us to process your gift before the end of the year.

How much do I need to give from my IRA to be eligible for the tax benefits?

You can give any amount that is $100,000 or less this year. If your IRA is valued more than $100,000, you can transfer a portion of it to fund a charitable gift

Next Steps

• Contact us.
• Ask the advice of your financial or legal advisor.
• Request your IRA administrator to make a direct transfer to SUU. In order for this gift to be tax free, the donation must go directly from your IRA account to SUU without passing through your hands.

The information on this website is not intended as legal or tax advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor.