Gift Instructions

Setting up monthly, quarterly, bi-annually, or annually recurring credit card gifts is simple and easy! While on our secure online giving form - under the "Payment Details" section, check the box that reads "Make this a recurring payment" and follow the prompts.

Gifts of securities are popular alternatives to cash. The donor receives many benefits, including receiving a maximum charitable income tax deduction and avoiding paying capital gains tax. 

The donor should notify the College by calling 847-735-6000 or emailing giftrecord@lakeforest.edu to ensure the gift is credited correctly when the transfer is complete.

Transfer instructions: William Blair and Company
c/o Lori Hansen, 312-364-8645
DTC number: 0226
Account number: GER-011516 

Please have your bank or broker contact William Becker, Director of Advancement Operations at 847-735-6013/becker@lakeforest.edu, with your name and details of the gift as this information does not transmit through the DTC wiring system.

Companies across the nation support causes that are important to their employees by matching charitable contributions. This means you can increase your impact and make your contributions go further at Lake Forest College by collaborating with your company’s matching gift program.  

Click here to see if your employer matches gifts.

Make gifts in memory of or in honor of someone dear to Lake Forest College and yourself is very welcome. We welcome these gifts and appreciate the importance of this philanthropic effort to all parties involved.

While on our secure online giving form - under "Specific area, fund, or occasion," select the appropriate dropdown and identify the name of the individual. 

Full-time faculty and staff members of Lake Forest College may donate through automatic payroll deduction. To begin your payroll deduction, please email giving@lakeforest.edu.

Many supporters designate a portion of their assets via bequests in their wills or directions in their living trusts to benefit Lake Forest College. These gifts enable you to make a significant gift that you may not be able to otherwise. More information >>

Sample bequest language: 

“I give, devise, and bequeath to Lake Forest College, the sum of $_____ (or a description of the specific asset), for the benefit of Lake Forest College and its general purposes/for the following purpose (state the purpose): _______.”

Life income plans are a great way to make a substantial gift to support Lake Forest College while still providing for your personal financial needs. There are several types of such plans, all of which combine income for life for one or more beneficiaries with a charitable gift. More information >>

The charitable lead trust is an excellent option for those who wish to make a substantial gift but still plan for heirs in the future. More information >>

Gifts-in-kind are items of tangible personal property or other physical assets — including artwork, books, equipment or specialized instruments — which serve the educational mission of Lake Forest College. More information >>