Ways of Giving

There are many ways to make a gift to UCSF. All gifts may be directed to fundraising priorities, named endowments or named facilities.

Your gift to UCSF may take any of the following forms:

Outright Gifts
The most common way of giving to UCSF is to make an outright gift of cash, securities or personal property. Outright gifts offer the distinct advantage of being immediately available to assist UCSF in its programs. You can make a gift to UCSF today by using our secure online giving form.

Pledges
A pledge demonstrates your intention to make a gift to the University and may allow you to give more generously over a period of time than would be possible through a single contribution. You may make a commitment to UCSF payable over a period of three to five years. To make a pledge, simply choose the "Pledge" option on the online giving form.

Planned Gifts
You can support UCSF by arranging for a gift through a trust, a bequest, a charitable gift annuity or other planned giving options. Each type of planned gift offers a distinct set of advantages. Some plans provide income for life for a donor or loved one. Others result in an immediate tax deduction or a reduction in capital gains tax. Visit the Trusts and Bequests section of this website to learn more about the various types of planned gifts and how they can benefit you as well as UCSF.