Will or Living Trust Gifts

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You want to leave money to the University of Dayton in your will. You also want the flexibility to change your will in the event that life circumstances change. You can do both. This type of donation to the University in your will or living trust helps ensure that we continue our mission for years to come.

Bequest Language

“I hereby give, devise and bequeath to the University of Dayton, a nonprofit organization located at 300 College Park, Dayton, OH, 45469-7053, Federal Tax ID #31-0536715, [ALL OR A PERCENTAGE] of the rest, residue and remainder of my estate to be used for [the University of Dayton's general use and purpose] [or a specific use].

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Ensuring Everyone Has a Seat at the Table

Bob and Marie Higdon When Bob Higdon ‘62 and his wife, Merle, were looking for a way to make a larger impact without affecting their retirement income, they felt the easiest answer was to include a scholarship gift in their estate plans. The Higdons wanted to ensure that every Flyer benefits from having all walks of life contributing to the full UD experience so they set up the Robert B. and Merle A. Higdon Endowed Presidential Scholarship with a bequest gift to support students with average GPAs and income. Read more of their story

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Next Steps

Contact Matt Borden, J.D., M.P.A. at 937-229-4484 or mborden1@udayton.edu for additional information or to chat more about the different options for including the University in your will or estate plan.
Seek the advice of your financial or legal advisor.
If you include the University in your plans, please use our legal name and federal tax ID.

Legal name: University of Dayton
Address: 300 College Park, Dayton, OH 45469-7053
Federal tax ID number: 31-0536715

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