Interested in finding out more about why you should give and how your donations make
a difference?
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How does my support make a difference?
Binghamton University is advancing as a premier public university thanks to generous
contributions from donors, alumni and friends who give their time, expertise, financial
support or all the above to ensure our University continues to thrive. Your help makes
it possible for Binghamton to keep offering stellar academic programs, meaningful
research opportunities and high-impact learning experiences that challenge and inspire
our students, faculty and entire campus community. Together we are better.
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What about smaller gifts?
Your participation makes a difference. Just $25 can purchase a new library book or
slides, or petri dishes for a chemistry lab. A $100 gift can help a student conduct
research for an honors thesis. A contribution of $500 can support an internship or
provide a stipend to a graduate student. And when combined with thousands of other
gifts, Binghamton University has essential support to hire outstanding faculty, offer
merit scholarships and meet a multitude of other critical, ongoing needs.
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Is my gift tax deductible?
Yes, the Binghamton University Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Gifts
to the Foundation in support of Binghamton University are therefore tax deductible
to the fullest extent of the law.
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Can I make an anonymous gift?
Yes, donors can choose to remain anonymous. We respect a donor’s stated wish for privacy.
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Can I make a gift in honor of a family member or friend?
Endowments and scholarships are often named in honor of a family member or friend.
Also, naming opportunities for classrooms, gathering spaces, laboratories and buildings
are available for donors who wish to honor or memorialize their loved ones in this
manner.
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What is an endowment?
A charitable gift designated as an endowment is managed and invested by the Binghamton
University Foundation. A portion of the earnings is then used to fund the scholarship
or program for which it is designated.
An endowment preserves capital, overcomes inflation and provides long-term, reliable
income to support Binghamton University. For example, a $100,000 scholarship gift
might be awarded to deserving students at $5,000 per year — meaning the scholarship
fund will be depleted in 20 years. But if that $100,000 were used to establish an
endowment, the gift would be invested and a portion of the earnings used to award
scholarships. Another portion would be used to increase the principal and offset investment
costs. The endowment would continue to grow over time, supporting the scholarship
or program for as long the University exists.
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What is the Telefund?
Our Telefund callers are dedicated, energized students who call alumni, parents and
friends of Binghamton University to keep you informed.
They provide campus updates, answer questions, update your information in our system
and ask for your support.
The phone number you will see on your caller ID is 607-777-4141 or 607-777-6209.
Learn more.