Gifts of endowment are personal and important statements of commitment to the future success of the School of Humanities. By establishing an endowment your values and legacy become a permanent part of the School’s success and while ensuring that your enthusiasm for learning extends to many future generations of scholars.

What is an endowment?

An endowment is a gift that is held in perpetuity and invested to earn a steady stream that provides ongoing support for the activities designated by the donor. Current UC Irvine policy protects the long-term growth of its endowment fund by allocating approximately 4.5% of the endowment’s value for annual use.

What are the advantages of endowment gifts?

For the Humanities … Because endowment gifts generate earnings each year, they play a critical role in the UC Irvine’s long-term financial stability. Although state appropriations, tuition levels, and fundraising revenue might fluctuate annually, the stability of an endowment encourages strategic planning and expansion or our programs.

For the Donor … Because an endowment provides support in perpetuity, this is perhaps the most significant way to leave a permanent legacy at the School. An endowment gift also allows a donor to account tax-benefits (especially if established through a gift of securities)

How can I establish an endowment?

Endowments can be established through a myriad of ways including gifts of cash, stock, real estate, charitable remainder trusts, or bequests. Endowment gifts may also be paid over a period of years, usually three-five.

For more information about establishing an endowment please contact Jennifer Smith at 949-824-8494.