Pick the Way that Suits Your Needs
Discover the diverse ways individuals and organizations can contribute to the growth and success of SC State University. Explore the options below to find the approach that best aligns with your philanthropic goals and preferences.
Make an impact year-round by participating in our Annual Giving program. Your generous
contributions provide vital support for scholarships, academic programs, student services,
and campus initiatives. Join us in fostering a culture of philanthropy and investing
in the future of SC State.
To inquire about Annual Giving, please contact Angelia Jackson, Director of Operations at (803) 536-7190 or via email at ajackson@scsu.edu.
To inquire about Annual Giving, please contact Angelia Jackson, Director of Operations at (803) 536-7190 or via email at ajackson@scsu.edu.
Make an immediate impact with a gift of cash to SC State University. Your donation
provides essential support for scholarships, research, infrastructure projects, and
other critical needs.
Cash and cash equivalents are preferred by many donors, whether as an annual gift or pledged over several years. As a donor, you're entitled to a charitable deduction of up to 50 percent of your adjusted gross income. Any excess amount beyond this limit may be carried over as a deduction for up to five years. When sending a cash gift, please include a letter outlining the purpose of your contribution.
To inquire about making a Cash Gift, please contact Angelia Jackson, Director of Operations at (803) 536-7190 or via email at ajackson@scsu.edu.
Cash and cash equivalents are preferred by many donors, whether as an annual gift or pledged over several years. As a donor, you're entitled to a charitable deduction of up to 50 percent of your adjusted gross income. Any excess amount beyond this limit may be carried over as a deduction for up to five years. When sending a cash gift, please include a letter outlining the purpose of your contribution.
To inquire about making a Cash Gift, please contact Angelia Jackson, Director of Operations at (803) 536-7190 or via email at ajackson@scsu.edu.
Honor the memory of a loved one or celebrate a special occasion by making a tribute
gift to SC State University. Your donation pays homage to individuals or groups while
supporting our mission of academic excellence and opportunity for all.
To inquire about Tribute Gifts, please contact Angelia Jackson, Director of Operations at (803) 536-7190 or via email at ajackson@scsu.edu.
To inquire about Tribute Gifts, please contact Angelia Jackson, Director of Operations at (803) 536-7190 or via email at ajackson@scsu.edu.
Maximize the impact of your donation through your employer's matching gift program. Many companies offer to match their employees' charitable contributions, doubling or even tripling the value of your gift.
Please use our online tool to determine if your employer will match your gift or contact your employer’s human
resources department. Please designate to the South Carolina State University Foundation
| EIN: 23-7113930.
For inquiries regarding matching gifts, please contact Adrian Scott, Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement at (803) 536-8542 or via email at ascott64@scsu.edu.
Donating securities, such as stocks and bonds, is a popular way for alumni and friends
to support SC State University. These gifts offer significant tax advantages and can
make a substantial impact on our institution.
Additionally, you may not be aware that you can also donate closely-held stock and other non-readily marketable securities, providing further opportunities for tax benefits. However, these gifts require special handling, so we encourage you to reach out to the Office of Planned Giving to explore the various options for structuring your gift. If you hold securities that have decreased in value, it's generally best to sell them to establish a tax loss and then donate the proceeds to SC State University.
For more information or to inquire about making a gift of securities, please contact Adrian Scott, Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement at (803) 536-8542 or via email at ascott64@scsu.edu.
Additionally, you may not be aware that you can also donate closely-held stock and other non-readily marketable securities, providing further opportunities for tax benefits. However, these gifts require special handling, so we encourage you to reach out to the Office of Planned Giving to explore the various options for structuring your gift. If you hold securities that have decreased in value, it's generally best to sell them to establish a tax loss and then donate the proceeds to SC State University.
For more information or to inquire about making a gift of securities, please contact Adrian Scott, Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement at (803) 536-8542 or via email at ascott64@scsu.edu.
Provide a consistent source of support for SC State University by setting up recurring
donations. Your ongoing contributions ensure continuity and stability for our institution,
empowering us to plan and implement strategic initiatives with confidence.
To establish a recurring gift, please contact Tracy Thomas, Director of Constituent Services at (803) 533-3796 or via email at tthoma50@scsu.edu.
To establish a recurring gift, please contact Tracy Thomas, Director of Constituent Services at (803) 533-3796 or via email at tthoma50@scsu.edu.
Support SC State University by donating goods or services that fulfill specific needs
on campus. In-kind contributions can include equipment, supplies, professional services,
or other tangible assets that enhance our academic environment and student experience.
For assistance with Gifts in-kind Donations, please contact please contact Adrian Scott, Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement at (803) 536-8542 or via email at ascott64@scsu.edu.
Please download the Gift In-Kind Form and return it to ascott64@scsu.edu.
For assistance with Gifts in-kind Donations, please contact please contact Adrian Scott, Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement at (803) 536-8542 or via email at ascott64@scsu.edu.
Please download the Gift In-Kind Form and return it to ascott64@scsu.edu.
Make a commitment to support SC State University over time with a pledge gift. By
pledging your support, you demonstrate your dedication to our mission and provide
critical resources for the advancement of education, research, and community engagement.
For inquiries regarding pledge gifts, please contact Angelia Jackson, Director of Operations at (803) 536-7190 or via email at ajackson@scsu.edu .
For inquiries regarding pledge gifts, please contact Angelia Jackson, Director of Operations at (803) 536-7190 or via email at ajackson@scsu.edu .
Explore gift-planning strategies that leave a lasting legacy at SC State University.
From bequests and insurance gifts to charitable trusts and deferred payment gift annuities,
there are many ways to support our institution while achieving your financial and
philanthropic goals.
Learn more about planned giving options:
Bequest: Leave a lasting legacy by including a bequest in your will or trust. Your bequest ensures that future generations of students benefit from the same educational opportunities you cherish.
Specific Bequest: Designate a specific asset or amount to SC State University in your will or trust. Your specific bequest allows you to support a particular program, scholarship, or initiative that holds personal significance.
Contingent Bequest: Provide for SC State in your will or trust as a contingent beneficiary. Your contingent bequest ensures that your assets support our institution if your primary beneficiaries are unable to inherit.
Charitable Bequest: Support SC State University's mission and impact by making a charitable bequest in your will or trust. Your charitable bequest leaves a lasting legacy of generosity and support for future generations.
Insurance Gift: Donate a life insurance policy to SC State University and make a meaningful impact on our institution's future. Your insurance gift allows you to leverage an existing policy for the benefit of our students and programs.
Charitable Remainder Trust: Establish a charitable remainder trust to benefit both you and SC State. Your trust provides you with income during your lifetime while ultimately supporting our institution's mission and initiatives.
Deferred Payment Gift Annuity: Create a deferred payment gift annuity to support SC State while receiving fixed payments at a later date. Your deferred payment gift annuity allows you to make a meaningful impact on our institution's future while securing financial stability for yourself.
Gift of Real Property: Donate real estate, such as a residence or farm, to SC State University and make a lasting impact on our institution's future. Your gift of real property provides vital support for our programs and initiatives while offering potential tax benefits.
For inquiries regarding planned gifts, please contact Adrian Scott, Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement at (803) 536-8542 or via email at ascott64@scsu.edu.
Learn more about planned giving options:
Bequest: Leave a lasting legacy by including a bequest in your will or trust. Your bequest ensures that future generations of students benefit from the same educational opportunities you cherish.
Specific Bequest: Designate a specific asset or amount to SC State University in your will or trust. Your specific bequest allows you to support a particular program, scholarship, or initiative that holds personal significance.
Contingent Bequest: Provide for SC State in your will or trust as a contingent beneficiary. Your contingent bequest ensures that your assets support our institution if your primary beneficiaries are unable to inherit.
Charitable Bequest: Support SC State University's mission and impact by making a charitable bequest in your will or trust. Your charitable bequest leaves a lasting legacy of generosity and support for future generations.
Insurance Gift: Donate a life insurance policy to SC State University and make a meaningful impact on our institution's future. Your insurance gift allows you to leverage an existing policy for the benefit of our students and programs.
Charitable Remainder Trust: Establish a charitable remainder trust to benefit both you and SC State. Your trust provides you with income during your lifetime while ultimately supporting our institution's mission and initiatives.
Deferred Payment Gift Annuity: Create a deferred payment gift annuity to support SC State while receiving fixed payments at a later date. Your deferred payment gift annuity allows you to make a meaningful impact on our institution's future while securing financial stability for yourself.
Gift of Real Property: Donate real estate, such as a residence or farm, to SC State University and make a lasting impact on our institution's future. Your gift of real property provides vital support for our programs and initiatives while offering potential tax benefits.
- Outright Gift: Make an outright gift and provide immediate support for our students and programs. Your outright gift demonstrates your commitment to our institution's mission and ensures that we can continue to fulfill our educational goals.
- Life Income Gift: Establish a life income gift, such as a charitable remainder trust or gift annuity, to benefit both you and. Your life income gift provides you with income during your lifetime while ultimately supporting our institution's mission and initiatives.
- Life Tenancy Gift: Make a life tenancy gift of real property and retain the right to use or occupy the property during your lifetime. Your life tenancy gift allows you to make a significant impact on our institution's future while maintaining control over your property.
For inquiries regarding planned gifts, please contact Adrian Scott, Associate Vice President for Institutional Advancement at (803) 536-8542 or via email at ascott64@scsu.edu.
Gifts can be made online via credit card by visiting our donation portal. Gifts of
cash or check can also made to support SC State. Please make all checks payable to
the SCSU Foundation and please include your gift designation on the memo line. Please
mail all checks and documents to:
By U.S. Mail
South Carolina State University
Division of Institutional Advancement
PO Box 7305
300 College Street, NE
Orangeburg, SC 29117
By Overnight Delivery or In Person
South Carolina State University
Division of Institutional Advancement
Lowman Hall, 3rd Floor
300 College Street, NE
Orangeburg, SC 29117
To inquire about Outright Gifts, please contact Angelia Jackson, Director of Operations at (803) 536-7190 or via email at ajackson@scsu.edu.
By U.S. Mail
South Carolina State University
Division of Institutional Advancement
PO Box 7305
300 College Street, NE
Orangeburg, SC 29117
By Overnight Delivery or In Person
South Carolina State University
Division of Institutional Advancement
Lowman Hall, 3rd Floor
300 College Street, NE
Orangeburg, SC 29117
To inquire about Outright Gifts, please contact Angelia Jackson, Director of Operations at (803) 536-7190 or via email at ajackson@scsu.edu.