Ways To Give
Every gift to Illinois College creates opportunity, fuels progress, and supports the students who will shape the future. Whether you're making a one-time gift or planning a lasting legacy, there are many meaningful and secure ways to give.
Choose the giving method that’s right for you:
- Online Giving
Make a fast and secure gift using your preferred method:
- Credit or debit card
- Bank transfer (ACH)
- PayPal
- Venmo
➜ Give Now
- By Mail
Send a check, made payable to Illinois College, to:
Office of Advancement
Illinois College
1101 West College Avenue
Jacksonville, IL 62650- Recurring Monthly Giving
Set up a monthly gift and make a lasting impact all year long — with a schedule that works for you. Set up a monthly gift online or call the office ➜ Monthly Giving
- Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)
Recommend a grant to Illinois College directly through your DAF provider. IC’s EIN is 37-0661211.
- Gifts of Stock or Securities
Make a tax-wise gift by donating appreciated assets. Gifts of publicly traded stock can offer substantial tax savings.
- Gifts of Property or Real Estate
Support Illinois College through gifts of tangible property or real estate. These gifts may be sold to fund scholarships or program needs, or used directly by the College.
- Gifts-In-Kind
Donations of goods, services, or items (such as artwork, books or equipment) may qualify as charitable contributions and are deeply appreciated.
- Planned or Estate Giving
Leave a legacy through a bequest, IRA rollover, charitable trust, or other planned gift ➜ Planned & Estate Giving
- Matching Gifts
Many employers match charitable contributions. You could double (or triple!) your impact here ➜ Matching Gifts
If you have questions or would like help finding the giving method that’s best for you, we’re here to help. Contact the Office of Advancement at development@ic.edu or 217.245.3046.
No matter how you give, your contribution to Illinois College will be handled with intention, care and purpose.