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Washington and Lee University

Make a Gift

  • Give Online
    Make your gift online using our convenient and secure online giving form. A credit card is required.
  • Send a Check
    Mailing a check is perhaps the most familiar way to make your gift to W&L. Click here for address and mailing instructions.
  • Matching Gifts
    Corporate matching gifts are a great way for W&L alumni, parents, and friends to maximize personal contributions to the University and increase the impact of their gift. By taking advantage of a company's matching gift benefit, you may be able to double or even triple the amount of your gift. Find out if your company matches gifts by clicking on Matching Gifts (above).
  • Make a Gift of Stock
    Learn how to make a gift of stock. Donors who give stock to Washington and Lee avoid capital gains tax on appreciated securities. Stock is best transferred to the University, and not sold by the donor.
  • Wire Transfers
    You may send your gift to W&L via wire transfer. Click here for instructions.
  • Set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
    By setting up an electronic funds transfer (EFT), you can choose the amount that is automatically deducted from your checking or savings account at a frequency and duration of your choice (i.e. $20 a month for one year, or $100 quarterly, etc.)
  • Planned Gifts
    By making a planned gift, you can integrate your financial goals with your personal ideals. You also may be able to realize tax savings, or provide a life income for yourself or another.
  • Donor Bill of Rights
    What donors can expect in return for their trust in Washington and Lee.