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For more than 125 years, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette has made a meaningful difference for our students. We strive to remain a strong and vibrant institution that provides impressive academic programs, state-of-the-art resources, hands-on experiences, groundbreaking research, scholarships, and career readiness opportunities. Your gift will make an important impact. Consider the amazing things we can accomplish.
Recent News
Legislative changes that took effect this year may impact how or when you choose to make a charitable gift.
- A new deduction for nonitemizers. Claim an above-the-line deduction of up to $1,000 ($2,000 for joint filers) for cash gifts to qualified public charities (excluding donor-advised funds). If you don’t typically itemize your taxes, this is a new opportunity to save.
- A new cap on deductions for top earners. Itemizers in the 37% tax bracket will have the tax benefit of their deductions capped at 35%.
- A new minimum giving threshold. Only the amount of total annual giving that surpasses 0.5% of your adjusted gross income qualifies for a deduction (if you itemize). You may want to consider bunching gifts for multiple years into one tax year to exceed both the giving floor and the high standard deduction.
One thing hasn’t changed—charitable giving is still a powerful way to make a difference, create a legacy, and make the most of tax-smart planning.
Spotlight on Giving
Make-a-Will Month: A Good Time to Get Started
Do you have a will? According to Trust & Will’s 2026 Estate Planning Report, 56% of adults in the U.S. have no estate planning documents at all. Writing or updating a will is easy to put off. Instead of looking at it as a daunting task, though, it helps to see that a will or living trust is an opportunity to protect your loved ones and carry your values forward.
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Leave an Enduring Legacy
The Louisiana Heritage Society: Honoring the Transformative Power of Planned Giving
You hold the key to shaping a brighter future for generations of students by supporting our academic programs, athletics, and more. By including UL Lafayette in your estate plan, you advance our mission, create a meaningful legacy, and qualify to join other supporters as part of the Louisiana Heritage Society.
Information contained on this website is current at the time of posting. It is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered technical or legal advice. Please consult a legal, tax, or other professional advisor when planning a charitable gift.