Gifts from corporations come in many forms, depending on the company's interests and the College’s needs.  While some companies give cash, others make gifts of equipment and software to faculty and student programs.  Examples of gifts from corporations include:

• Scholarships and endowed faculty chairs named for a company or company foundation.
• Endowment of unique academic projects like the Dow Journalism Program.
• Sponsorship of special curricular projects like oratorical and debating contests.
• Donation of securities and pre-IPO stock.
• Software and equipment ranging from computers to laboratory equipment.
• Gifts for capital improvements and expansion.
• Direct gifts that support operating expenses.
• Corporate matching funds.
• Travel grants to help students and faculty learn off-campus and abroad.  Sponsorship of speakers for the National Leadership Seminar, the Center for Constructive Alternatives and the Executive Speakers Program. 

Charitable gifts are tax-deductible in the year that they are made.  If appreciated securities or other property are donated, the charitable tax deduction is based on the market value of the gift, not the cost basis.  The value of the gift is determined by the donor, and Hillsdale College will recognize the gift with the appropriate IRS forms.

For additional information, please visit our Ways to Give page.  You may also contribute online using our secure form.