Ways to Give

When you give to SMU, you’re helping shape future world changers. There are many ways to make your gift.

Online

When you give to SMU, you’re helping shape future world changers.


Phone

To make a credit card gift over the phone, please contact:
Office of Gift Administration
(214)-768-3739

Check

Mail gifts payable by check to:

ÃÛÌÒ½´Office of Gift Administration
Mailing address: PO Box 750402, Dallas, TX 75275-0402
Physical address: 6425 Boaz Ln, Suite G03, Dallas, TX 75205

Wiring

The fastest, most secure way to send cash. To electronically transfer cash to SMU, contact:

Office of Gift Planning
214-768-1911
giftplanning@smu.edu

Non-Cash

  • Securities: Give to ÃÛÌÒ½´and avoid the capital gains tax. 
  • In-kind: Gifts other than cash – such as art, books, and technology. 
  • For more information, contact the Office of Gift Planning at
    214-768-1911, giftplanning@smu.edu, or visit our .

Future Gifts

  • Bequests: Leave a legacy by remembering education in your will.
  • Retained Life Estate: A future gift of home or farm provides a current benefit.
  • Retirement Plan Designation: Earn estate and income tax benefits through your gift.
  • For more information, contact the Office of Gift Planning at 214-768-1911, giftplanning@smu.edu, or visit our .

Future Gifts with Life Income

  • Gift Annuity: Receive income from an annuity gift to SMU.
  • Trusts: Earn income and tax benefits for you and your family while you give.
  • For more information, contact the Office of Gift Planning at 214-768-1911, giftplanning@smu.edu, or visit our .