How to Give - The Victoria College

How to Give

"One must know not just how to accept a gift, but with what grace
to share it" ~ Maya Angelou

Gifts made to The Victoria College and The Victoria College Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt organization, are tax-deductible as allowed by law. Upon accepting your contribution, we will promptly forward a gift receipt to you.

Cash or Check

Cash or check is the most common way of making a contribution. This type of gift provides immediate liquidity for charity and generates a charitable income ta

x deduction for the donor in the year of the gift. A gift in any amount to The Victoria College or The VC Foundation is appreciated.

Online Gifts

Online contributions can be made using our Secure Online Gift Form.

Gifts by Phone

Call the Development Office today at 361.582.2419 to make a gift by phone. MasterCard and Visa credit cards are accepted.

Mail a Contribution

Complete the secure online gift form and send a check, money order or credit card information made payable to: The Victoria College Foundation, 2200 East Red River, Victoria, Texas 77901. Checks may also be dropped off at the Development Office.

Make a Gift of Stocks, Bonds or Mutual Funds

Gifts of appreciated securities enable you to support The Victoria College, avoid capital gains taxes and earn a charitable tax deduction for the fair market value on the date of the gift. To make a gift of stock, please contact your broker and notify VC about your gift. For more information about making a gift of stock to the VC Foundation, please call Jennifer Sourdellia, Development Officer, at 361.582.2419 or provide your stock broker with a completed stock contribution letter. Consult your financial advisor to determine if a gift of stock is the right option for you.

Make a Gift Through Estate Plans

Including The Victoria College in your estate plans through a bequest, life insurance policy, or other planned giving vehicle will allow you to maximize your support of VC and receive significant tax and financial benefits. You can also visit the Planned Giving Link at http://www.giftlegacy.com/plgive_main.jsp?WebID=GL2007-0897 for a comprehensive look at various Planned Giving options. Please contact your financial advisor to determine how these giving options will best fit your financial plans.