Giving Stocks & Securities to BU Law

A stock transfer is a great way to give back to BU Law. By giving an appreciated stock gift to BU Law, your tax benefit will be equal to the full value of the stock and you can avoid paying capital gains tax on the increase in the value since your purchase of the stock; thus, you save on income tax and capital gains tax. Also, a stock gift does not come out of your day-to-day cash flow. A gift of appreciated real estate or personal property is another great way to remember BU Law, and many of the same tax benefits apply.

To make a gift of stocks, please notify us of your intention by filling out this form.

We strongly encourage you to request prompt transaction confirmation from your broker.

If the securities are held as physical certificates in your name, or if you have any additional questions, please email Colleen Hanrahan, Assistant Director, Gifts & Records at chanrah@bu.edu.

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