View of Saint Joseph Hall, a stone building with terra cotta roof tiles, through the trees

Ways to Give

Monthly Giving

Giving monthly is easy, secure and a convenient way to support CHC with an amount most comfortable for your budget. Monthly gifts can be set up via credit card and are charged on the 15th of the month until notified otherwise.


Secure Online Giving

Easily set up a recurring gift or make a one-time donation. You may also dedicate your gift in honor or in memory of someone.
Donate Now


Mail a Check

Please make your check payable to Chestnut Hill College and mail it to the following address. Note any special designation on the memo line of your check.

Chestnut Hill College
Office of Institutional Advancement
9601 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118


Matching Gift

You can increase your level of support through a matching gift.  If you work for (or are retired from) an organization with a matching gift program, you could double, and sometimes triple, the impact of your gift. Your spouse’s employer also may have this program. Contact the applicable human resources office for information.


Memorial or Honorary Gift (Tribute Gift)

A tribute gift is a meaningful way to convey sympathy to the bereaved, memorialize a loved one, commemorate a special occasion, or honor a person’s life and accomplishments. Your gift to CHC made in honor or memory of this special person ensures a legacy that extends far into the future.

How to Make a Tribute Gift

There are three ways to make a gift:

  • Give Online: Donate Now
  • Call Theresa Bielski, Advancement Associate, at 215.248.7144
  • Mail a Check to:
    Chestnut Hill College
    Office of Institutional Advancement
    9601 Germantown Avenue
    Philadelphia, PA 19118

Please mention the name of the person you are honoring with your gift, and if there is a specific fund being used to honor this person. If you would like CHC to notify the honoree or a family member, please also indicate the name and address of the individual to be notified.


Payroll Deduction

Chestnut Hill College faculty and staff may request to make their gifts to the College through a convenient payroll deduction.

Please note: Your gift is tax deductible. You will receive an annual summary of your payroll deductions in January.


Stocks

Gifts of stock are welcomed at Chestnut Hill College. Notify your broker to transfer your stock gift.  The shares that you plan to donate may be transferred electronically to the College’s account using the following information:

DTC Eligible Securities

  • Participant Number: 2116

Fifth Third Bank A/C#: 010039791203

  • A/C Name: The Haverford Trust Company
  • Further Credit: Chestnut Hill College Sub / A/C #16530001

Important:  When stock is transferred electronically into Chestnut Hill College’s account, the name of the donor does not transfer. Our broker is notified of the stock name and number of shares only.  Therefore, please send the College the following information in writing, via fax, email or by mail as soon as possible after the transfer of securities:

Name of Donor(s)
Date of Transfer
Name of Securities
Number of Shares
Purpose of Gift/Restrictions, if any

If you have any questions, contact Gini Calcerano, Senior Director of Research and Data Management at 215.242.7762 or CalceranoG@chc.edu. Our fax number is 215-248-7196.


Mutual Funds

If you wish to transfer mutual funds or have any questions, contact Gini Calcerano, Senior Director of Research and Data Management at 215-242-7762 or CalceranoG@chc.edu.


IRA Charitable Rollover

The purpose of this Charitable IRA Rollover section is to provide general gift, estate, and financial planning information. It is not intended as legal, accounting, or other professional advice. For assistance in planning charitable gifts with tax and other financial implications, the services of appropriate advisors should be obtained. Consult an attorney for advice if your plans require revision of a will or other document.

  • Distributions must be made directly to a qualified charity by the plan administrator of an IRA. Retirement assets in 401(k), 403(b), SEP, or SIMPLE plans do not qualify but may be rolled into a new or existing IRA and transferred to the charity.
  • Distributions may only be made to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations and cannot be made to donor-advised funds, private foundations, or supporting organizations.
  • Distributions may not be used to fund life-income gifts such as charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, or pooled income funds.

Contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at 215.262.7762 or calceranog@chc.edu for instructions on how to complete a Charitable IRA Rollover.

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Planned Giving

What Will Be Your Legacy?

Chestnut Hill College depends on the generosity of alumni and friends who believe in its mission. Those who make planned gifts become members in the College’s Hallmark Society. Their legacy is the foundation on which the College grows.

If you would like to make a planned gift, review the options below. We believe they offer creative giving strategies that will enhance your wellbeing, and that of your family, while providing valuable resources to Chestnut Hill College. Explore, question, and contact us. We can guide you in your choices as you make a difference for our students.

Gifts That Pay You Income

Life income plans (called charitable gift annuities) enable you to make a meaningful gift to Chestnut Hill College while receiving significant income and tax benefits. There are several different types of life income gift arrangements available. These include: Charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts and charitable lead trusts.

Bequests

Continue the tradition. Help ensure a Chestnut Hill College education for future generations by remembering the College as a beneficiary in your will. The College may be named as a recipient to receive a percentage of your estate or, if you prefer, a specific amount can be designated.

IRA Accounts

A retirement fund can be taxed up to 80 percent if passed on to heirs. Yet, it is tax-free if donated to Chestnut Hill College.

Appreciated Stock

When you give appreciated stock to Chestnut Hill College, we’ll sell it and you will eliminate all the capital gains tax you would have paid had you sold it. Your gift will be deductible at its full fair market value on its date of delivery if you have held it for more than one year.

Life Insurance Policies

A gift of a life insurance policy is a great gift to the College. To qualify as a deductible gift, the College must become the policy’s beneficiary. For most types of insurance policies, your tax deduction is usually the cost basis or the fair market value of the policy, whichever is less.

Real Estate

You can deed your home, a commercial building or investment property to Chestnut Hill College.

Appreciated Property

You can transfer a valuable painting, antiques, collectibles or other personal property to Chestnut Hill College.