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A donor advised fund (DAF) is a convenient, tax-efficient way to support Transylvania University. A DAF allows you to make a tax-deductible contribution to your fund today and then recommend grants to qualified charities, such as Transylvania, over time. Contributions to a DAF can grow tax-free, helping you maximize your philanthropic impact. If you already have a DAF and would like to make a gift to Transylvania University, we have several options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can easily make an online gift through DAFpay: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your fund administrator may issue a check payable to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Transylvania University
Office of Advancement
300 North Broadway
Lexington, KY 40508<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Please ask your DAF provider to indicate your designation, such as a specific scholarship or area of greatest need on the distribution. Transylvania University\u2019s federal tax identification number (EIN) is 61-0444825<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may also drop checks off in person Monday-Friday until 5 p.m. in the Alumni and Development Office at 415 North Broadway, Lexington, KY 40508. There is a circle drive in front of our office for easy parking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We welcome checks made out to Transylvania University. You can send them to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Development Office You may also drop checks off in person Monday-Friday until 5 p.m. in the Alumni and Development Office at 415 North Broadway, Lexington, KY 40508. There is a circle drive in front of our office for easy parking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Be sure to designate your gift to the “The Transylvania Fund” or other purpose on the memo line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As digital currencies become more prevalent in personal portfolios, we are excited to partner with Engiven<\/a>, <\/strong>a <\/strong>third-party vendor accepting gifts of cryptocurrency and converting it to cash to benefit Transylvania. Your contribution will directly support Transylvania’s mission to foster an exceptional liberal arts education, promote innovative research, and prepare students for meaningful careers and lives of purpose. Contact Kara Covert ’90, Vice President for Advancement, at kcovert@transy.edu<\/a>, with any questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s easy to support Transylvania by making a gift online. You can give using your card, bank account, and other digital wallet options<\/a> on our alumni website. If you would like to support a particular area of campus, you may indicate that on the form. If you have any questions please contact Billie Hickey, Gift Processing and Data Associate, at bhickey@transy.edu<\/a> or (859) 233-8561.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ensure financial security for yourself and your loved ones while transforming the lives of future generations with a planned gift to Transylvania. Visit the planned giving page<\/a> to see the options. If you have additional questions please fill out this contact form<\/a> to get in touch with Diana McKenzie, director of planned giving and associate director of regional advancement, or call her at 859-233-8801.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We would be happy to discuss ways you can help Transylvania through gifts of securities, tangible assets (such as your house) or other items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stock gifts can be coordinated through your broker using the information below. Please be sure to email the type and number of shares to giving@transy.edu<\/a> so we may credit you with the gift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Legal Name:<\/strong> Transylvania University, Lexington, Kentucky Broker Contact:<\/strong> Did you know many employers will match their employees\u2019 charitable donations? Check here to see if you\u2019re eligible to double your gift to Transylvania, and make your support go even further. Thank you for taking this extra step to further your gift!<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are 70 1\/2 or older, you can give directly from your IRA to Transylvania without having to pay income taxes on the money. Gifts of $105,000 or less are eligible, so long as they are directed from your IRA custodian to Transylvania (rather than taking the disbursement yourself and then gifting it.) This is a very<\/em><\/strong> smart way to contribute, and those who max out the allowable annual gift provide the equivalent of two full-tuition\/fees scholarships that year for Transy students! <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have questions about any of these options, contact the Development Office at 800\u20114\u2011Transy (800\u2011487\u20112679) or giving@transy.edu. Individual staff information is available on our contact page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your donations make an impact on the entire Transylvania community. Thank you for your generous support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Smart Giving Before 2026 With federal tax law changes scheduled to take effect on Jan. 1, 2026, many donors are finding that \u201cstacking\u201d or combining multiple years of charitable gifts into a single, larger contribution before the change can offer meaningful tax advantages. If you\u2019re considering a multi-year commitment, making a larger gift now may maximize your charitable deduction under current rules. As always, we<\/p>\n
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Transylvania University
300 North Broadway
Lexington, KY 40508<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Federal Employer Identification Number:<\/strong> 61-0444825
DTC #:<\/strong> 0164 code 40
Account #:<\/strong> 4364-1856
Broker:<\/strong> Charles Schwab<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Steve Whitcomb
Charles Schwab
Lexington, KY
859-788-5201<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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