Every Longhorn Needs a Plan

When you include UT Austin in your estate plan, your generosity provides superior educational opportunities that equip the next generation of Longhorns with the knowledge and skills to become innovative leaders in their professions and in their communities. Thank you for helping UT change the world.

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Thank you for your interest in making a planned gift to The University of Texas at Austin! Your gift will leave a lasting legacy that benefits contless future students and makes an immediate impact today. Please complete and submit this form to let us know about your gift.

Please note that your communication with us is strictly confidential and our goal is to ensure that your wishes will be carried through exactly as you envision. We will contact you shortly to discuss your gift and answer any questions you may have.

Detailed Gift Intention Form Information

I have, or would like to, make an estate gift to The University of Texas at Austin through a:

I would like my gift to be designated to (college/school/unit, department, program, area):

The purpose of my gift is to:

I am inspired to make this gift because/in honor/in memory of:

Thank you for telling us about your gift! You are now a member of the Texas Leadership Society, a group of more than 2,000 loyal Longhorns and friends generously making a difference for future Longhorns.

As a member you'll receive:

  • A complimentary subscription to our semiannual publication "Texas Leader"
  • An invitation to our annual Texas Leadership Society even with university leaders, faculty and students
  • A Texas Leadership Society lapel pin
  • Invitations to other donor-only events
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The Gift and Estate Planning Team has received your form. A Gift Officer will be in touch to acknowledge your gift and to answer any questions you might have.

As with any decision involving your assets and/or estate, we urge you to seek the advice of your professional counsel when considering a gift to The University of Texas at Austin.

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Sample Language for Your Will

I hereby direct $________ (or ___percent of my residual estate) in cash, securities or other property to the Board of Regents of The University of Texas System for the benefit of The University of Texas at Austin. This gift shall be for the further benefit of ____________[college, school,unit]____________ and shall be used to ____________[purpose]____________.

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    Leaves a legacy at The University of Texas at Austin and will benefit our mission after my lifetime.

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