Ways to Give
Giving to NLU can take many forms, from cash donations to securities and trusts. Whichever method you choose, you may support the University’s greatest needs with an unrestricted gift, or you may designate your gift to support a specific initiative.
Check or Credit Card
You can make a credit-card gift online at our secure web site or call us at (312) 261-3871. To give by check, please make your check payable to National Louis University and mail it to:
National Louis University
Office of Institutional Advancement
122 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60603
Donor-Advised Fund
Make a contribution through your donor-advised fund (DAF).
The DAF Direct Widget makes it easy for you to give through your Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable or BNY Mellon Charitable account.
After you select the institution that manages your donor-advised fund, simply enter the dollar amount you want to donate to NLU and click “next.” You will then be directed to an external website to complete your gift.
For institutions not named above, please go through your usual channels.
We will be notified of your generous donation after the DAF institution sends us your contribution.
Designating NLU as a Successor-In-Interest on your Donor-Advised Fund
Consider designating NLU as a successor-in interest to a percentage of your charitable giving account to support us after your lifetime. Naming NLU as a successor-in-interest is similar to making a beneficiary designation on a retirement account.
For more information about how to name NLU on your donor-advised fund, contact the public charity that holds your account.
Securities
A gift of securities is an easy way to contribute to NLU—and it can result in special tax savings for you. If you're considering using securities to support the University, we encourage you to consult with your financial advisor and NLU’s Office of Institutional Advancement.
Planned Gifts
When you include NLU in your estate plans through a bequest, trust, retirement plan or other form, you leave a meaningful legacy for generations to come. Some planned gifts even provide income for yourself or a loved one, and there can be significant tax advantages to certain gifts.
Personal Property
There can be tremendous benefits to donating your home, vacation home, or collectable to the University. Please contact the Office of Institutional Advancement and your financial advisor when you are ready to discuss such a gift.
Gifts-in-Kind
National Louis University can benefit significantly from in-kind gifts such as office equipment or professional services such as consulting. If you or your business can make such a gift, please contact the Office of Institutional Advancement.
Matching Gifts
Many employers will match charitable contributions made by their employees or even retirees. This is a tremendous way to increase the impact of your gift. To find out if your company participates, you can contact your Human Resources Office or search your company name below.
Questions? Contact Us
Never hesitate to contact the Office of Institutional Advancement with any questions about estate planning, volunteering or how to make the biggest impact with your donation. We appreciate your generosity, and we’re here to help. Please call Christopher Chantson, Vice President of Institutional Advancement, at cchantson@nl.edu or 312.261.3871.
