Planned Giving

Your Generosity, Our Longevity.

When you include Longwood University in your estate plans, you help ensure that generations of students will continue to learn, lead, and make a lasting impact. Discover how your support can strengthen Longwood for years to come.

Ways to Give

Your gift supports academic resources, service learning projects, health services, essential supplies, and emergency funding — ensuring every student can make the most of their time at Longwood.

You can give to Longwood directly, or through giving strategies that may provide tax benefits.

Explore different ways to give to learn more:

Bequests & Wills

A bequest is a gift made through your will or trust. It is one of the most popular and flexible ways that you can support our cause.

IRA - RMD & Rollovers

Longwood can help you reduce taxes on Required Minimum Distributions or grow your legacy with an IRA Charitable Rollover.

Charitable Trust

A charitable trust allows you to place assets into a trust, supporting Longwood while also providing income for yourself or loved ones.

Donor Advised Fund (DAF)

A DAF allows you to contribute money or assets into the fund and get an immediate tax deduction. Then, over time, you can use it for gifts to organizations like Longwood.

Gifts of Appreciated Stock

If you own stock or mutual fund shares that have gone up in value, you can donate them directly to Longwood, while potentially avoiding capital gains tax.

Beneficiary Designation Gifts

You can designate us as a beneficiary of a retirement, investment or bank account or your life insurance policy.

The 1839 Society

The 1839 Society recognizes our generous donors that have made a planned gift to Longwood to be realized beyond their lifetime. Members of this society recognize the role of philanthropy in the health of an institution and want to ensure the University's future sustainability. These gifts leave a personal legacy at Longwood and enable future generations to benefit from members’ thoughtful giving.

We celebrate the members of the 1839 Society today for the impact their future gifts will have at Longwood University.

Let us help you with your gift plans

At Longwood University, we understand that planned giving is personal — and we're here to make it meaningful for you. Whether you're considering a bequest, setting up a charitable trust, or exploring other options, we can help tailor a plan that reflects your values and legacy. Just give us a call; we’d be happy to answer your questions and walk you through the possibilities.

Download a form:

Donor Intent Form (pdf) Stock Donation Form (pdf)

For more information

Drew Hudson
Director of Donor Impact
Phone: (434) 414-4785
Email: hudsonea2@longwood.edu