Office of Advancement & External Engagement

Ways to Give

Fuel the Vision. Fund the Future.

At Hampton University, every gift is a spark that ignites opportunity, innovation, and impact. Your generosity fuels the vision of a world-class education rooted in excellence, leadership, and service. Whether you’re an alumnus, parent, friend, or partner, your support helps us shape the future—one student, one breakthrough, one legacy at a time.

Give Online: Secure and Immediate Impact

Join our community of digital donors through our secure online giving platform. This convenient method allows you to make a gift with ease, directly impacting our students and programs.

Secure Online Donation Platform

Our user-friendly platform ensures your personal and financial information is protected with the highest security standards.

Flexible Giving Options

One-Time Gifts: Make an immediate impact with a single contribution in the amount of your choosing.

Recurring Gifts: Establish a sustainable source of support through convenient monthly, quarterly, or annual donations. Recurring gifts provide consistent funding for critical university needs.

Designated Giving: Direct your gift to the area of Hampton University that resonates most with your passions, such as scholarships, specific academic departments, student life initiatives, or capital projects.

Benefits of Online Giving

Enjoy instant confirmation of your gift and the convenience of managing your giving online.

Giving by Mail or Phone

For those who prefer traditional methods, we offer the option to give by mail or phone.

Giving by Mail:

Make Check Payable to:

“Hampton University Capital Campaign”

Mail To:

200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, Virginia 23668
Office of Advancement and External Relations

To ensure your gift is directed according to your wishes, please include a brief note indicating any specific designation (e.g., general operating support, scholarship fund, college/school, etc.).

Giving by Phone:

Call: 757-727-5356

Connect directly with our Advancement team
to make a gift securely over the phone.

Our knowledgeable staff can answer any questions
you may have and assist you with your contribution.

Double Your Impact: Matching Gifts

Amplify your generosity through the power of matching gifts! Many employers sponsor programs that match charitable contributions made by their employees, retirees, and sometimes even spouses.

How Matching Gifts Work: Your gift to Hampton University could be doubled or even tripled, significantly increasing the impact of your contribution.
Check Your Eligibility: Use our online tool or contact your Human Resources department to determine if your employer participates in a matching gift program.
Simple Steps to Maximize Your Gift:
1. Obtain a matching gift form from your employer's website or HR department.
2. Complete the employee section of the form and submit it to Hampton University along with your gift or notification of your online
donation.
3. We will verify your gift and return the form to your employer for processing the matching funds.

Create a Lasting Legacy: Planned Giving

Leave a legacy that extends far into the future by including Hampton University in your estate plans. Planned giving offers you a unique opportunity to create a lasting impact on Hampton University, ensuring that our mission of providing an “education for life” continues to thrive for generations to come. By incorporating Hampton into your long-term financial and estate plans, you can align your philanthropic goals with your personal legacy.

What is Planned Giving?

Planned Giving encompasses a variety of giving methods that allow you to make future gifts to Hampton University while potentially benefiting yourself, your family, and your financial situation. These arrangements often involve careful planning and can provide significant tax advantages.

Planned Giving Options

Bequests

Designate a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or the residue of your estate to Hampton University in your will or trust.

Charitable Gift Annuities

Make a gift to Hampton University and receive fixed payments for life, with the remaining assets supporting our mission after your passing.

Charitable Remainder Trusts

Establish a trust that provides income to you or your beneficiaries for a specified period, with the remaining assets benefiting Hampton University.

Charitable Lead Trusts

Create a trust that provides income to Hampton University for a set term, with the remaining assets passing to your beneficiaries.

Life Insurance Policies

Name Hampton University as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy.

Retirement Plan Assets

Designate Hampton University as a beneficiary of your retirement funds, potentially offering significant tax advantages.

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)

A DAF is a charitable giving vehicle administered by a public charity, allowing donors to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants to qualified charities like Hampton University over time. DAFs offer flexibility and can be a strategic way to support the University while managing your giving.

The Benefits of Planned Giving

Leave a Lasting Legacy

Ensure your values and commitment to education continue to support future generations of Hamptonians.

Potential Tax Benefits

Many planned giving options offer significant income, gift, and estate tax advantages.

Flexible Options

Choose a plan that aligns with your financial circumstances and philanthropic goals.

Join the Legacy Society

Planned giving donors are often recognized through special societies that honor their commitment.

Invest in Hampton's Future Through Securities

Contributing appreciated stocks, bonds, and other securities can be a tax-efficient way to support Hampton University.

How to Transfer Securities

Benefits of Giving Securities

Contribute Tangible Assets: Real Estate and In-Kind Gifts

Support Hampton University through thoughtful donations of real estate or valuable tangible personal property that aligns with the university’s needs and mission.

Gifts of Real Estate

Donations of appreciated real estate (such as residential homes, commercial buildings, or land) can provide significant philanthropic benefits. These gifts are subject to review and acceptance by the university.

In-Kind Gifts

Donations of tangible personal property (such as artwork, equipment, rare books, or other items relevant to our academic programs or operations) may be accepted. All in-kind gifts are carefully evaluated to determine their suitability and value.

Guidelines for Real Estate and In-Kind Gifts

Due to the unique nature of these gifts, specific guidelines and procedures apply. Please contact our Advancement team to discuss your potential donation. We will work with you to ensure a smooth and beneficial transaction for both you and the university.

Connect with Our Planned Giving Specialists

Our experienced planned giving professionals are available to discuss your philanthropic goals and help you find the planned giving option that best suits your needs. Please contact us for a confidential conversation: bequests@hamptonu.edu

Partner with Us: Corporate and Foundation Giving

Hampton University welcomes partnerships with corporations and foundations that share our commitment to academic excellence, research, and community engagement. Your organization’s support can have a transformative impact on our students, faculty, and programs.

Opportunities for Partnership

Sponsorships

Support university events, programs, and initiatives that align with your corporate or foundation mission.

Grants

Fund specific research projects, scholarships, faculty development, or capital improvements.

Matching Gift Programs

Encourage employee philanthropy and amplify their impact.

In-Kind Donations

Contribute valuable goods or services that support the university’s operational needs.

Benefits of Partnering with Hampton University

Invest in Future Leaders

Support the development of talented and diverse graduates who contribute to the workforce and society.

Enhance Your Corporate Social Responsibility

Demonstrate your commitment to education and community development.

Increase Brand Visibility

Align your organization witha respected and historic institution.

Access Research and Innovation

Partner with our faculty and researchers on cutting-edge projects.

Engage with Our Diverse Communiy

Connect with our students, alumni, faculty and staff.

To explore partnership opportunities, please contact our Corporate and Foundation Relations team: partnerships@hamptonu.edu

Endow the Future: Creating Permanent Impact

Endowments are a vital part of Hampton University’s financial foundation, providing long-term support for various needs. An endowment gift to Hampton University creates a permanent legacy of support, providing a stable and enduring source of funding for the areas you care about most. Endowments are invested, and a portion of the annual earnings is used to support the designated purpose, ensuring your gift continues to make a difference in perpetuity.

What is an Endowment?

An endowment is like a savings account for the University. The original gift (the principal) is invested, and the earnings from those investments are used to fund specific purposes.
The key is that the principal remains untouched, ensuring that the endowment can provide support forever.
Hampton University's Board of Trustees is responsible for managing these funds and ensuring they are invested wisely.

Scholarships

These endowments provide financial aid to students, helping them afford their education.

Scholarships can be awarded based on students’ financial need, academic achievement, or a combination of both.

Deanship/ Chairship

These endowments support leadership and academic excellence.

An endowed deanship provides funds to support the strategic goals of a specific school (e.g., the School of Business).

An endowed chairship provides similar support at the department level.

Lectureship

These endowments fund lectures and talks, bringing renowned speakers to campus to share their knowledge and ideas.

Professorship

These endowments give faculty members the resources to conduct research, explore new fields, and develop innovative teaching methods.

Graduate Fellowship for Students

These endowments help fund graduate students, attracting top scholars to Hampton University.

Naming Opportunities

Donors can also create endowments to name various spaces and entities within the University, such as buildings, classrooms, and laboratories.

How it Works, Step by Step.

1. Determine the Type of Endowment at Hampton University

Decide what type of endowment you want to create (e.g., scholarship, professorship) and what specific area of purpose you want to support.

2. Meet the Minimum Funding Requirement

Endowed funds require a minimum contribution. For example, the minimum to establish an endowed scholarship is $50,000. This amount may be paid over a period of up to 5 years

3. Contact the Office of Development

A representative from the Office of Advancement & External Engagement will work with you to establish the endowment

4. Create a Gift Agreement

A formal gift agreement will be created. This agreement outlines:
- The purpose of the endowment
- How the funds will be used
- The payment schedule
- Any specific guidelines or restrictions for awarding funds (e.g., scholarship criteria)
The gift agreement must be signed by the donor and an authorized University representative.

5. Provide the Initial Gift

Make the initial contribution to the endowment.

6. Fund Management and Spending

The University will invest the endowment funds.
The endowment will generate earnings over time.
A portion of the earnings (the payout rate), as determined by the Board of Trustees, will be used for the endowment’s designated purpose.
The remaining earnings are typically reinvested to help the endowment grow.

7. Fund Administration

For scholarships, the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships selects the recipients based on the criteria in the gift agreement.

8. Donor Reporting

The donor will receive an annual endowment report with information on how the funds were used and the endowment’s financial status.

Special Considerations for Endowed Scholarships

Endowing a scholarship requires a minimum gift of $50,000.
The donor can make contributions to the scholarship in reaching the $50,000 level.
Donors are encouraged to establish an endowment over a five-year period.
Once the endowment reaches the $50,000 level, the university will hold the gift for 12 months. This allows the account to earn interest, which provides the first annual award to an eligible student.

Endowments are a powerful way to create a lasting legacy at Hampton University and support its mission for generations to come. By understanding the different types of endowments and the process for establishing them, you can partner with us to make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the future of the University.

For more information about Endowments, email endowments@hamptonu.edu.