Perhaps the most common planned giving arrangement for the benefit of Purdue is the will bequest. Charitable gifts made by will are 100% tax deductible. Bequests may be unrestricted — giving the University the most flexibility — or designated for a specific purpose.

Benefits

• Distribution of estate as intended by donor
  
• Avoidance of estate and inheritance taxes

Bequest Language

If you wish to include a bequest to Purdue in your will, the following language is suggested:

• Unrestricted Bequest to Purdue
• Unrestricted Bequest to a Specific College
• Unrestricted Bequest to a Specific School Within a College
• Unrestricted Bequest to a Specified School That Has Its Own Dean (Krannert, Veterinary)
• Scholarships Based on Financial Need
  
• Scholarships Based on Academic Merit
  
• Scholarships with Neither Financial Need nor Academic Merit Specified

If you wish to restrict your bequest to a specific college, school, or program, the Planned Giving Office will be happy to provide you or your advisors with suggested language. E-mail us or call (800) 677-8780.