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How to Contribute
Pictured above is Coach Bruce Pearl and Team Rowcliffe co-captains
Sandra and Gary Rowcliffe. Coach Pearl has been a VASF donor from the
day he set foot on UT's campus. This picture was taken in Coach Pearl's
office commerating his establishment of the Dane Bradshaw Scholarship
as part of the Campaign for Tennessee Basketball. Call any of the VASF
team members for information about the campaign! |
CASH DONATIONS
Cash or checks are always acceptable. Gifts are acknowledged by
receipt from the University of Tennessee and the Athletic Department.
It is important to complete your gift by MARCH 1 of each
year to obtain donor benefits. Make all checks payable to the University
of Tennessee
CREDIT CARDS
The VASF and Athletic Ticket Office currently accept Visa, MasterCard
and Discover. It is important to list the name of the cardholder,
the account number, and the expiration date on the contribution
card. In order to obtain benefits, your gift must be completed by
MARCH 1 of each year.
VOL CHECK-OFF PROGRAM
Individuals who wish to spread their contribution over the entire
year may do so by enrolling in the Vol Check-Off program. Automatic
monthly withdrawals are made electronically directly from your checking
account. An enrollment form and voided check are required. VASF
priority points are earned as the contributions accumulate each
month.
MATCHING GIFT
Many companies will match your gifts to the University of Tennessee.
Please consult the benefits office at your place of employment.
You might be able to double or triple the value of your gift and
benefits. Your initial gift must be in by MARCH 1, but the
matching gift may be completed throughout the year.
GIFT OF REAL PROPERTY AND SECURITIES
Gift of real property and securities are welcomed and may provide
significant tax advantages for donors. Appreciated stocks can be
transferred electronically which, in some circumstances, can enable
donors to realize significant capital gains tax savings while helping
the VASF provide essential scholarship support. Consult your
tax advisor for details *
ESTATE GIFTS
Gifts through wills and bequests can provide you with benefits
and the opportunity to sustain your family name through endowed
scholarships with the University of Tennessee Athletic Department.
Estate gifts can be made with a designed amount, a real asset or
a residual bequest. Consult your attorney. The VASF can provide
the appropriate wording for inclusion in your planning *
ENDOWMENTS
To provide funding for future Vol student-athletes, endowments
are essential. The opportunity to fully endow a scholarship with
the Volunteers exists at the $125,000 level and entitles you to
membership in the Nathan Dougherty Society. These gifts can be made
over a ten-year period in equal installments. The VASF office will
provide the appropriate agreements to complete the gift *
LIFE INCOME GIFTS
Charitable remainder trusts provide several advantages to donors
and the VASF. The trusts can be funded through gifts of cash, securities
or real property. They provide the donor with income for a designated
period of time or life. The provide the Athletic Department with
an endowed scholarship gift upon the completion of the trust or
donor's death. Possible tax advantages could exist.
*Benefits of these gifts must be evaluated on an individual case
basis. Consult Your tax advisor as well.
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