Making charitable contributions is an art—a creative process that adapts to your changing needs as a donor. Planned giving allows you to make charitable gifts, continue to meet your current income needs, and take advantage of current tax incentives. Learn more on the Planned Giving web site.

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[Reunion 2008]Gifts Anyone Can Afford

You don't have to be wealthy to make a significant gift. There are ways to support Carleton that don't affect your current lifestyle or your family's security.

[Hill of Three Oaks]Gifts that Pay You Income

Your gift to Carleton can go into an account that pays income to you and/or your beneficiaries for life. 

[Mai Fete and Lyman Lake frost]Wills and Retirement Plans

Need to preserve your assets during your lifetime? You can plan a gift to Carleton that will only take effect after your other obligations have ceased.

[J. L. Heywood Signature]Heywood Society

The Heywood Society honors all those who have made Carleton a beneficiary of their will or other planned gift. If you have included Carleton in your estate plans, please be sure to fill out our member profile form to let us know.

[Council Ring 2]Endow Your Annual Fund Gift

Endowing an annual fund gift enables you to provide a permanent source of support for the Annual Fund forever.