Give to the UW

Ways to give

Thank you for investing in the work of University of Washington students, faculty and staff!

Give online
Find a fund online.

Give by phone
877-UW-GIFTS (877-894-4387)

Give by mail
Box 359505
Seattle, WA 98195-9505

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Together UW

Invest directly in our students, staff and faculty through one of our current crowdfunding projects.

Find a project that inspires you

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Planned giving

Planned gifts offer creative, flexible strategies for your estate and charitable planning.

Plan your estate

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Tribute gifts

A meaningful way to convey sympathy to the bereaved, memorialize a loved one, commemorate a special occasion or honor a person’s life and accomplishments.

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Securities

Gifts of appreciated securities provide great benefits to your favorite department or program and have tangible tax benefits.

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Endowments

Support your favorite department, school, college or campus with an endowed gift that will provide a lasting and reliable source of income in perpetuity.

Create your legacy

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In-kind gifts

The UW appreciates gifts-in-kind, such as equipment, works of art, books and other tangible personal property that help to provide a world-class experience for students.

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Real estate

The UW began with a gift of 10 acres of land in 1861. Your gift of real estate can have a lasting impact on UW students for generations to come.

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Donor advised funds

Recommending a gift to the UW through your donor advised fund (DAF) is a simple way to give back and diversify your philanthropy.

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Payroll deduction

Support your passion with an easy, bi-weekly, payroll deduction gift. Your recurring payroll gift can truly make an impact on our students, programs and departments!

Add payroll pledge on MyUWGiving

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International wire transfers

To execute a wire transfer, please complete our form. Instructions will be emailed to you.

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