We are here to add what we can to life. . . .
Stephen Vincent Benet

The satisfaction of giving comes in knowing that you are making a significant investment with lasting impact upon the lives of those who walk through the doors of Linn State Technical College. Reflecting upon the past, present and future brings to light the bountiful richness that is unique to the educational experience at Linn State. You will be helping us assure the continued personal approach to teaching and high standards of technical excellence that is our tradition. Making a charitable gift is an important and very personal decision. Only you can decide when and how to contribute to Linn State. The following information may be helpful as you consider various ways to support us. Preparing students for profitable employment and a life of learning is our mission. With your help we can continue changing lives forever, for the better.

Ways of Giving

The Foundation for Linn State Technical College is the official recipient for all gifts to Linn State Technical College. Checks should be made out to the Foundation for LSTC, property should be transferred to the Foundation for LSTC, and property should be sold in the name of the Foundation for LSTC.

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Linn, Missouri 65051-9607
800-743-8324 • 573.897.5136
Fax: 573.897.4595 • www.linnstate.edu
If you want to donate to Linn State Technical College you may do so by filling out our online form.

Cash

Cash gifts are the most popular and convenient way of supporting Linn State Technical College along with providing the added benefit of having an immediate impact on the school and students. Cash donations to Linn State can be directed as an unrestricted or designated gift.

Pledges

Some choose to make a large gift possible by spreading payments over a five-year period while possibly extending the donor’s tax advantage. Most pledges begin with an initial donation, with the balance paid at specific times.

Real Estate

Donations of tangible property and real estate may be of great value to Linn State. Consultation with us is recommended to assure the usefulness of such gifts.

Stocks & Bonds

Stocks, bonds or other forms of securities which have appreciated in value offer tax advantages which make them highly attractive. Securities are deductible to the extent of their market value on the date of the gifting and subject to the usual charitable gift limitations.

Bequests

A gift of cash or property made through a will or living trust ensures a tradition of giving that will continue after the donor’s lifetime. The Foundation for Linn State Technical College can be named as a beneficiary of an estate, as the recipient of a stated dollar sum, or as a residuary beneficiary.

Life Insurance

Life insurance can provide the opportunity to make a substantial gift. A policy which is no longer required for its original purpose may be transferred to The Foundation for Linn State Technical College. New policies naming the college as beneficiary may be developed as long term planned giving.

Remainder Trust & Annuities

Charitable Remainder Trusts and annuities are income plans that allow the donor to make a gift while retaining the income for his or her lifetime (or a term of years) or for the lifetime of a named beneficiary.

Charitable Lead Trusts

Charitable Lead Trusts are plans that allow the donor to make a gift of interest earned from assets for a fixed number of years. Later the principal will go back to the donor or beneficiary. This gift works well if you do not need current income and want the assets to go to a beneficiary.

Matching Gift Programs

Many corporations have matching gift programs which may multiply the value of gifts from their employees, officers, retirees and spouses. Matching gift forms are available from company personnel or human resource offices.

Gifts In Kind

Very needed non-cash assets such as equipment and furnishings, or even professional services, can be gifted at fair market value. In specific instances this form of gift can supplant the need for direct cash outlay, hence, the term “in kind.” In the case of in kind gifts, appraising the value of the asset for tax receipting is a donor’s responsibility.

If you want to donate to Linn State Technical College you may do so by filling out our online form.

Please note that Linn State Technical College does not dispense legal or tax advice. The information provided here is generalized and listed to illustrate various means of making a gift while accommodating your personal objectives. It is recommended that legal questions be taken to an attorney and tax questions to an attorney, certified public accountant or other qualified financial consultant.