Who We Are
The UMass Foundation is supported by a robust network of donors committed to public education, inspired by the work of our faculty, and passionate about the talent and potential of UMass students. Donors can become part of this community in several ways:
Give to one or more of the UMass campuses
Donate stocks, taking advantage of tax and other financial benefits
Establish a planned or estate gift
Make an in-kind gift of valuable property
Examples include artwork, first editions, or other private assets in support of the university
The foundation’s professional team is available to help donors explore these and other options for wealth management and to administer gifts with expertise, while honoring their intention and confidentiality in service of a stronger UMass.
Funds invested by the Foundation come from many donors — alumni, friends, students, and other advocates — who are committed to helping UMass sustain its mission and grow private support so it continues to thrive.
WHY WE ARE PROVIDING THESE RESOURCES
These resources are provided to help you:
Educate
clients about the benefits of planned giving such as tax deductions, income streams, and estate planning.
Identify
the best planned giving options for each client such as bequests, trusts, annuities, or donor-advised funds.
Connect
clients with The University of Massachusetts Foundation, Inc. and facilitate the donation process.
Donor Stories
Joe Donahue
Empowering the Next Generation of Nuclear Engineers
Fred Lebow
“I can’t think of a better way to make an impact. Education changed the course of my life.”
Cheryl & Paul Katen
Cheryl and Paul Katen Fund Scholarship to Give Diverse Students ‘A Leg Up’…
Lornie Bullerwell
Seeing Himself in Students, Lornie Bullerwell ’69, “Pays it Back” To UMB
John Looney, Jr.
Professor Emeritus Jack Looney Supports University by Giving Through His IRA
John Patrick
Leaving A Legacy for Future Physicians by Making a Gift that Gives Back