Professional oversight of U of M Foundation investments is managed by University of Minnesota Foundation Investment Advisors (UMFIA).

The University of Minnesota Foundation Real Estate Advisors (UMFREA) manages the foundation’s real estate assets.

The foundation’s Board of Trustees is elected annually in November for three-year terms.

Make a gift of real estate, tangible personal property, or commodities.

If you are age 70½ or older, you may give up to $105,000 directly from your IRA to qualified charities without paying federal income tax on the distribution.

A charitable gift annuity is a simple way for donors to make a gift with some attractive benefits.

Make a gift to the University of Minnesota or M Health Fairview through a beneficiary designation on your retirement account or life insurance policy.

Including a gift in your will or trust, known as a charitable bequest, is a meaningful way to support the University of Minnesota or M Health Fairview.

Gifts of appreciated stocks, bonds, or mutual fund shares can be a tax-advantaged way to provide immediate support for the U of M or M Health Fairview.

By naming the University of Minnesota or M Health Fairview in your will or other estate plan, you will have a tremendous impact on students, faculty, research, and outreach efforts well into the future.