Welcome to your resource for charitable gift planning

It's no secret that the future of Florida State University depends upon your goodwill. We've created this easy-to-understand Web site to help you dream a little, about our future and yours. There are many easy giving options from which you can choose.

If you're not sure where to begin, try our Build Your Gift planner. By answering a few basic questions, you can easily work through the process of narrowing down your choices. It's fun and easy to use!

If you already have gift options in mind, click on Compare Gifts to see how your choices match up or click on E-Brochures to request specific information on a planning option.

Finally, we hope you will Meet Our Donors to learn how other alumni and friends have used planned giving vehicles to benefit future students and faculty at Florida State University. These stories have appeared in our planned giving newsletter, Passing the Torch, which is mailed three times a year. If you are interested in receiving this informative newsletter, please contact our office.

If you get lost, rest assured that we're always here to help. Simply contact the Office of Planned Giving at (850) 644-0753 with any questions. Happy dreaming!

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Calculate Your Own Gift Today
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Will New Tax Laws Affect My Estate Plan?
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Now's the Time to Review This Important Estate Planning Checklist
As the new year gets under way, now is the perfect time to take the necessary steps to update your estate plans so they reflect any life changes you experienced in the past year. More

Use Your Will to Change the Future
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3 Steps to Change Beneficiaries in Your Will or Living Trust
If you wanted to name or change a beneficiary in your will, would you know what to do? The process is actually easier than you might think. More

Surviving the Loss of a Loved One: Estate Planning Help
Life is challenging. The loss of a loved one makes it even more so. But don’t let stress over your finances make it even harder—ease your way through the tough times with these smart financial strategies. More