Ways to Support Lesley University

Your gift to Lesley University will support such areas as scholarships and graduate assistantships, faculty research and professional development, building and technology upgrades, program enhancements, and many other priority projects. You may also choose to give to a specific program or school at Lesley.

Online Giving
Giving online is secure and easy. You can give a gift in any amount you choose and direct it toward a specific fund or program, or simply give an unrestricted gift that will help the university fund some of its most important initiatives. Click here to get started!

Cash
Cash gifts are accepted in the form of a credit card or check payment. You can give a cash gift to Lesley through our online giving system, or you can mail a personal check, payable to Lesley University, to the Office of Advancement, Lesley University, 29 Everett St., Cambridge, MA 02138-2209. Gifts can also be made over the phone by calling (800) 999-1959 ext. 8388.

Matching Gifts
Many employers match the charitable contributions of current employees, their spouses or family members, and retired employees. This can be a great way to leverage the impact of your gift. Check with your Human Resources Department to find out about Matching Gift opportunities.

Securities
If you have stock worth more today than when you bought it, consider giving these securities to Lesley. You avoid tax on the gain in value and can take an income tax deduction for the full market value of the gift.

Planned Giving
Income for life based on a donation
An opportunity to pass assets to family in a tax-wise fashion
Income and Capital Gains Tax Savings

Lesley’s Planned Giving Website can help you and your advisor create a gift plan that addresses your financial needs while also supporting Lesley’s important work.