Which forms of payment are accepted?
During #CougsGive, we can accept payment from VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover credit/debit cards.
Can I donate using gifts of stock, my IRA, or a donor advised fund?
If you wish to donate using gifts of stock, an IRA, or a donor advised fund (DAF), please call 509-335-6686 for assistance.
Is my gift tax deductible?
Yes, gifts are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law. You must claim the gift as an itemized deduction on your tax return.
The WSU Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that is structurally separate from Washington State University and exists solely for WSU’s benefit, serving as the preferred channel for private gifts to all areas of the University.
The WSU Foundation’s taxpayer identification number is 91-1075542.
Where will my gift go?
The WSU Foundation directs all gifts exactly as the donor specifies. Expenditures of these gift funds are made by WSU administrators, faculty, and staff, according to strict guidelines for the use of the money as specified by the donor. Donors often allow the University to direct their gifts where they’re needed most. These are called unrestricted gifts. WSU typically uses unrestricted funds to help provide scholarships, recruit outstanding faculty, facilitate student and faculty research, help defray the costs of traveling to present research, and support important University initiatives for which other funding is not available.
How do matches and challenges work?
Matching gifts and challenges add an exciting element to #CougsGive. Generous donors have made special gifts to create competition, incentive, and inspiration for new gifts on #CougsGive.
A matching gift is a dollar-for-dollar match of your donation, up to a certain amount. When you make your gift, our matching donors will make an equal gift to your area of inspiration. Challenges add a fun element to #CougsGive. Donors have set aside specific amounts to "unlock" when certain thresholds are met, such as gift totals, social media activity, ambassador sharing, and more.
Are you interested in creating your own matching gift or challenge? Contact us at annual.giving@wsu.edu to learn more!
Who can I contact with other questions about #CougsGive?
Email: annual.giving@wsu.edu
Phone: 509-335-6686
X/Twitter: @WSUFoundation
See our full FAQ for more answers.
You can also contact us at annual.giving@wsu.edu