Gift Giving

Cash and check gifts are easy to make and receive. Donors who itemize are entitled to a charitable gift income tax deduction.  Checks should be made payable to:

Credit card gifts are a quick and easy way to make your contribution (and you may increase your affinity card points). The University is pleased to accept gifts through Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. To make a credit card contribution, you may mail your information, call one of the telephone numbers listed below, or donate online through our secure web site.

Gifts of securities can be an advantageous way to give. When appreciated securities are given to the University outright, the donor's itemized charitable deduction is the fair market value of the appreciated securities, not the original cost basis. Such gifts eliminate capital gains tax liability and provide income tax savings. To make a contribution by electronically transferring your securities or using stock certificates, please call one of the telephone numbers listed below for instructions. Gifts of securities.

Pledging allows you to make intentional decisions about your financial giving. When you plan ahead for your giving, you make conscious choices about spending your money in ways that reflect your faith and values. Pledge Commitment Form. 

Additional methods of giving allow donors to make substantial contributions while providing even greater tax benefits, and in some cases, providing a stream of income for the donor and/or designated beneficiary. Such gifts qualify the donor for the University's Heritage Society. Some of these methods include: Gifts by Will (Bequests); Charitable Trusts; Gift Annuities; Real Estate; Tangible Personal Property; and Retirement Plans. More Information. Contact Julie Hein, Director of Development, School of Law at 313-596-0274 or heinja@udmercy.edu.

There are many ways to give and ensure the future strength of Detroit Mercy Law including cash, checks, credit cards, securities, pledge commitments and planned gifts.

Yes. All donors to Detroit Mercy Law will be recognized in the annual Donor Honor Roll which is published by the University.

Please send your check payable to "University of Detroit Mercy School Law" to:
Office of Alumni Relations and Annual Fund
651 E. Jefferson Ave.
Detroit, MI 48226

Yes. Gifts to Detroit Mercy Law can be designated to specific programs, such as:

• Detroit Mercy Law Scholarship Fund
• The Law Library
• Clinical Program (for example, the Immigration Law Clinic and the Veterans Law Clinic)
• Endowed Scholarships
• Courtyard Renovation Project

For more information, please contact the Director, Alumni Relations and Annual Fund.

Julie Hein
Director of Development, School of Law
313-596-0274
heinja@udmercy.edu