Every gift to Fairmont State University matters. The crucial support from alumni, parents, and friends helps provide scholarships, programs, research, and opportunities needed to ensure our students can achieve their goal of a quality education and future success. Your gift matters because it has direct and immediate impact on Fairmont State students.
Private support is the driving force that enables Fairmont State University to move forward. The impact of private giving can be seen in nearly every area of the University. Each gift carries with it the power to change a student’s life. Gifts to the Fairmont State Foundation are made by donors with charitable intent who have decided to invest in the future of Fairmont State University. Contributions are tax-deductible within the limits prescribed by law.
Private support is the driving force that enables Fairmont State University to move forward. The impact of private giving can be seen in nearly every area of the University. Each gift carries with it the power to change a student’s life. Gifts to the Fairmont State Foundation are made by donors with charitable intent who have decided to invest in the future of Fairmont State University. Contributions are tax-deductible within the limits prescribed by law.
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Our safe and secure online giving platform allows donors to easily make a gift to the area of their choice.
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Phone |
If you have questions about giving to Fairmont State University or you wish to make a gift over the phone, please call our office at 304.534.8786.
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To send a gift by mail, download and complete a printable gift form, and mail with check (if applicable) to:
Fairmont State Foundation 1300 Locust Avenue Fairmont, WV 26554 Please make checks payable to Fairmont State Foundation and include the fund name or purpose of your gift in the memo line. |
Matching Gifts |
Many companies provide matching gift programs that multiply their employees’ charitable donations. If you or your spouse are employed by a matching gift company, your contribution to the Fairmont State Foundation could be significantly increased. Matching gifts are designated to the same fund as the donor’s original gift. Gifts matched by an employer count toward the achievement of giving levels for the donor.
To obtain a matching gift from your employer, contact your human resources department. Complete the donor/employee part of the form and send it with your contribution to the Fairmont State Foundation. We will complete the Foundation’s portion of the form and return it to the company to initiate their fulfillment of the match. |
Payroll Deduction |
In addition to making one-time gifts via credit card or check, Fairmont State University employees may give to the University by setting up a payroll deduction.
Please contact Jesse Isner at 304.534.8786 to set up payroll deduction. |
Planned Gifts |
Planned gifts - or legacy gifts - are a method of donation during life or in death as part of the donors will or estate plan. Planned gifts can be made through bequest, charitable gift annuity, or IRA charitable rollover.
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Real Estate and Personal Property |
Gifts of real estate and other personal property may be donated through the Fairmont State Foundation for the benefit of Fairmont State University. Please contact the Foundation at 304-534-8786 to discuss your interests in gifts of property.
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Securities |
Giving shares of stock or mutual funds may allow you to take full advantage of your investment earnings by avoiding the tax on your capital gains. In addition, a gift of stock held more than one year may qualify for a charitable income tax deduction equal to the security's full fair-market value. If you were to sell the stock to obtain cash for a charitable gift, you may be required to pay tax on your capital gains.
Appreciated securities may be used for a contribution of any size or purpose, including:
The Fairmont State Foundation will direct proceeds from the sale of these assets to any school or program you choose. Please contact Jesse Isner at 304.534.8786 before you make the transfer so that the Foundation can make arrangements with its broker to receive the stock contribution. |
Honorary and Memorial Gifts |
A tribute gift memorializes or honors a family member or friend while also supporting the Fairmont State Foundation. Gifts In Memory Of (IMO) or In Honor Of (IHO) alumni, friends, faculty, staff and students celebrate the relationship individuals have with Fairmont State University and their community as they impact the educational experience students and faculty share on campus each day.
Gifts may be designated to create an endowed scholarship if the total reaches $25,000. When making a memorial gift, include a note with the name of the deceased and date of death (copy of obituary, if possible, is helpful) *Name of surviving widow, widower, or family member to whom notice of this gift is to be sent. Please note: A letter is sent to the surviving family with the name and address of the donor(s), but not the amount of the gift. For an honorary gift, include a note with the name and address of the person(s) to be honored. Please note: A letter is sent to the honoree with the name and address of the donor(s), but not the amount of the gift. |
*All cash gifts to the Fairmont State Foundation will be charged a 2% management fee. You may choose to pay that fee up front or have it taken out of your overall gift.
