{"id":8,"date":"2012-02-23T23:40:26","date_gmt":"2012-02-23T23:40:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/staging-foundation\/?page_id=8"},"modified":"2026-02-13T16:14:41","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T16:14:41","slug":"giving","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eou.edu\/foundation\/giving\/","title":{"rendered":"Every Gift Makes a Difference"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Gifts to the EOU Foundation support the things you care about at EOU: excellent education, small classes, high-quality facilities and most importantly, serving our students. Our students\u2019 success is truly impacted by your generosity. Gifts can be made to the general fund. Gifts can also be directed to support specific departments, activities, or scholarships, based on what you\u2019re hoping to achieve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact us with questions or to tailor your giving plan to match your personal goals by calling (541) 805-5798<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ways to Give<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cash, Check, Credit Card<\/h3>
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Cash gifts, including checks and credit cards, provide for the immediate needs of our students. You can mail a check to the EOU Foundation, make a gift with your credit or debit card.  Click here to make an online gift now<\/a>. All major credit cards are accepted. Please contact staff at 541-805-5798<\/a> for pledge information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All gifts to the EOU Foundation are subject to existing Foundation policies including administrative fees at the time of the gift.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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ACH Transfers & EOU Payroll Deduction<\/h3>
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It\u2019s easy to give through automatic payments. If you choose this option, your set monthly gift amount is automatically withdrawn from your bank account. If you work at EOU, you can set up a payroll deduction so that your gift is automatically deducted from your paycheck. Please contact staff at 541-962-3835<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All gifts to the EOU Foundation are subject to existing Foundation policies including administrative fees at the time of the gift.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Gifts of Stock<\/h3>
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Giving stock is a convenient way to support EOU and often creates tax advantages for you. Based on your wishes, the Foundation can either liquidate or keep the stock to allow it to appreciate. Please contact staff for more information at 541-805-5798<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All gifts to the EOU Foundation are subject to existing Foundation policies including administrative fees at the time of the gift.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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In-Kind<\/h3>
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Examples of in-kind gifts include food for events, advertising or professional services, property, or equipment including computers, library books, theatre program costumes, and more. Depending on your wishes and the circumstances, the gift may be used by the University or sold by the Foundation for revenue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All gifts to the EOU Foundation are subject to existing Foundation policies including administrative fees at the time of the gift.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Mandatory Distributions RMD Required Minimum Distribution\/QCD Qualified\u00a0Charitable Distribution\u00a0<\/h3>
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Did you know that after you turn 70 1\/2, you can make a tax advantaged gift to the EOU Foundation directly from your IRA? It\u2019s called a RMD or QCD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A RMD or QCD gift to the EOU Foundation directly from your IRA can help you satisfy all or some of your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact your IRA Financial Advisor and let them know you\u2019d like to make a gift through your RMD or QCD. The EOU Foundation\u2019s Tax ID: 93-6030669<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EOU Foundation<\/strong>
One University Blvd
La Grande, OR 97850<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Questions? Contact the EOU Foundation Estate and Gift Planning team at foundation@eou.edu<\/a> or call 541-805-5798<\/a> to speak to Tyler Dubsky in University Advancement.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Legacy Giving<\/h3>
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Legacy, or planned, gifts such as bequests, trusts, or life insurance policies allow donors to establish a legacy and provide future support for EOU. For additional options or if you have any questions please call Director of Development Tyler Dubsky at 541-805-5798.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All gifts to the EOU Foundation are subject to existing Foundation policies including administrative fees at the time of the gift.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of Planned Gifts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bequests<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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  • Leaving all or a portion of your estate, through your will or trust, is the simplest way to make a planned gift to the EOU Foundation. Our team collaborates with you to document your wishes to ensure your legacy is preserved at EOU. If you have already listed EOU in your will or trust, please let us know so we can ensure we conduct your legacy goals accordingly. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Life Estates<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    • A life estate agreement involves transferring an interest in real property (i.e., personal residence, vacation home, farm, etc.) by deed to the EOU Foundation during your lifetime, generating immediate income tax deduction. You continue using the property, with responsibility for upkeep, maintenance, property taxes, insurance, etc., unless other specific terms are established. Upon passing, the Foundation assumes full ownership of the property. Life estate agreements are unique, so our team collaborates with you directly to establish these agreements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Life Insurance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      • Gifts of life insurance policies often allow much larger gifts than with cash gifts. There are three primary ways to give a life insurance policy gift:\n
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        • Transfer ownership of an existing policy to the Foundation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Purchase of a new policy with the Foundation as an applicant, owner, and irrevocable beneficiary. Cash is given to the Foundation, which is used for the premium payments to the insurance company. After the initial payment, regular tax-deductible gifts are made to cover the premium payments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Designate the Foundation as a beneficiary of a policy, which allows you to retain ownership of the policy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Trusts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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          • Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) allow you to give a substantial gift, earn income, and gain significant tax benefits. A CRT is established with a gift(s), which is then placed in trust and invested by the EOU Foundation. You or a designated beneficiary receives payments, either fixed or based on investment earnings, for life or a set number of years. Then, the remaining assets are used to support EOU. CRTs are often used to establish new endowments in the donor\u2019s name. Cash, stocks, or appreciated real estate are excellent funding sources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            All gifts to the EOU Foundation are subject to existing Foundation policies including administrative fees at the time of the gift.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              Employer Matching Gifts<\/h3>
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              Did you know many companies will match their employees\u2019 charitable contributions? If your employer offers a matching gift program, your donation to Eastern Oregon University Foundation could be doubled\u2014or even tripled\u2014at no extra cost to you. It\u2019s an easy way to increase your impact on our students and programs. Check with your HR and\/or payroll department to see if your company participates!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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              Give Online Now by Credit Card, Venmo, or PayPal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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