The
Athena Society
Join The Athena Society, our way of recognizing those who
have generously included Barnard College in their estate
plans.
Bequests
Retain control of your assets for as long as you live and
leave a lasting legacy in support of Barnard.
Life
Income Gifts
Make a gift that pays income to you. Donate to our Pooled
Income Fund, a charitable gift annuity or a charitable remainder
trust, and you will be able to claim a current income tax
deduction while providing future funding for Barnard and
a current income stream for you.
Charitable
Lead Trusts
Transfer assets to your heirs at a reduced gift and estate
tax cost, while you make gifts to Barnard.
Retirement
Plans
Accomplish more with these assets by designating them to
Barnard. If left to non-charitable heirs (other than your
spouse), retirement plan assets are subject to income and
estate taxes, leaving only a small percentage for your heirs.
Life
Insurance
Name Barnard the owner and beneficiary of a fully paid-up life insurance policy and you will ensure a significant gift to the College at your death. Your current charitable income tax deduction is for the cash surrender value of the policy.
Real
Estate
Make a gift of real property outright to the College, fund
a life income arrangement with it, or even donate it and
retain the right to live in it for your lifetime. Each gift
qualifies for an income tax deduction.
2001
Tax Act - What Does it Mean for Your Estate Plans?
How will the sweeping changes of the 2001 Tax Act affect
your plans?
