Planned gift commitments are a wonderful way to support future generations of Skidmore students. There are many options to consider when making a gift to the College and the Office of Gift Planning is pleased to offer personalized assistance to all alumni, parents and friends.

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Gift Planning Bulletins

• IRA charitable rollover extended
  Legislation passed on Oct. 3 extends the opportunity for people over the age of 70 1/2 to transfer IRA assets directly to Skidmore through Dec. 31, 2009.  More info.
  
• Current gift annuity rates
  Annuity rates are scheduled through July 1, 2009 based on the recommendation of the American Council on Gift Annuities. View rates (pdf)
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• Reunion '08 water cart
  On Saturday, May 31, hundreds of alumni stopped by the Case Associates water cart to meet fellow members and encourage others to join.  Pictured to the right is Barbara Underhill Collyer '52, Case Associates Chair, hosting the cart.
• Case Associates reunion breakfast
  On Sunday, June 1, Case Associates gathered for breakfast to hear Dr. Paul Arciero, Associate Professor of Exercise Science, talk on "Fueling for Maximum Health: Optimum Nourishment for Body, Mind, and Spirit."
  
• Skidmore receives "prescribed status"
  This status allows Canadian citizens to make gifts to Skidmore and receive applicable Canadian tax credits.  Contact us for more info.