How to Give
Members of the Binghamton University Foundation staff stand ready to assist you. The Foundation accepts gifts of:• cash/checks
• credit cards
• electronic fund transfers (EFTs)
• stocks and securities
• matching gifts
• real estate and personal property
Cash/Checks
We don't recommend sending cash through the mail. Please make your check payable to The Binghamton University Foundation, PO Box 6005, Binghamton, NY 13902-6005.
Credit Cards
Giving online using your credit card is fast, easy and secure. You can direct your gift to the school, unit or program of your choice. Gifts to the Binghamton Fund will go directly to the areas of greatest need, such as merit scholarships, academic and student research awards or graduate fellowships.
Electronic Fund Transfers (EFTs)
EFTs offer a fast, convenient way to contribute to Binghamton University on an ongoing basis. With your permission, the Binghamton University Foundation will automatically withdraw an amount you specify from your checking account around the 10th of each month. Your monthly bank statement will provide you with a record of each transaction and, for tax purposes, you'll also receive a receipt from the Binghamton University Foundation each January showing your entire year's contribution. You may cancel or change your EFT authorization at any time simply by notifying us. To begin an EFT, please call Kim Nostrom, associate director of the Binghamton Fund, at 607-777-6215.
Stocks and Securities
These gifts can be donated via
• registered mail
• electronic transfer
• in person at the Binghamton University Foundation
A letter of intent stating the purpose of your gift, the number of shares and the name of the stock is required.
Registered Mail
To give by registered mail, send a copy of your unendorsed stock certificates and a letter of intent. Under separate cover, send a signed stock power with bank medallion guarantee seal. Send both of these items to Kyra Schnauber, associate director, Development Services, Binghamton University Foundation, PO Box 6005, Binghamton, NY, 13902-6005.
Electronic Transfer
To donate by electronic transfer, contact Kyra Schnauber, associate director, Development Services, at 607-777-6516. The Foundation's broker is Andy O'Connor, O'Connor Investments, 22C Riverside Drive, Binghamton, NY, 13905. Phone 607-770-3800. DTC # 0443 A/C# JKG-987825. Account name: THE FNDTN OF THE SUNY AT BINGHAMTON.
Write a letter of intent and send a copy to the Binghamton University Foundation. Notify your broker that you want to transfer stock to the Binghamton University Foundation account. Include the above account information and note any restrictions on the gift. The Foundation will provide a receipt for your tax records.
In Person
To give in person, bring the certificates, signed with a bank medallion guarantee seal, and a letter of intent to the Binghamton University Foundation office in Room AD-208 (Couper Administration Building), Binghamton University.
Matching Gifts
If you or your spouse work for a company with a matching gift program, your gift to the Binghamton University Foundation could be doubled or even tripled. Matching gifts are a corporation's way of multiplying the benefits of their employees' charitable gifts. To find your company and review its specific matching gift policies and contact information, visit HEP matching gifts database.
Gifts of real estate and personal property
Gifts of real property, personal property, in-kind gifts and more can offer significant benefits to both Binghamton University and the donor. Please contact Cory Jacobs, interim senior director of major gifts, at 607-777-5110 to discuss what interests you.
