There are many different ways to make a gift to Lake Forest College - choose what method works best for you.
Any and all gifts made to the College are greatly appreciated. There are many different ways you can make your gift, see below to determine the method that works best for you.
For questions, contact the Development Office at giftrecord@lakeforest.edu or 847-735-6000.
Other Ways to Give
Recurring Gifts
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.
You will also become a member of our Loyalty Circle Guardian Society.
Stock or Securities
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.
Matching Gifts
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.
Memorial 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.
College Employee Payroll Deduction
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.
Gift Planning & Estate Gifts
Giving Through Your Estate
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): _______.”
Gifts That Provide Income to You
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 >>
Gifts That Provide for Your Heirs
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 >>
Tangible Personal Property
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 >>