GIVE TO MACU
Office of University Advancement
Your support of Mid-America Christian University empowers students to pursue their purpose and make a lasting impact on the world. Every gift helps prepare the next generation of Christian leaders to serve with passion and excellence.
Thank you for giving!
We encourage you to consider a special gift and/or pledge to the Mabee Foundation challenge grant for MACU to build a new Student Center! Click here to learn more.
Why Give?
- MACU offers practical, high-demand programs that lead to meaningful, productive careers.
- We do so within a Christian, Biblically-based worldview.
- Students experience an inviting, family-like culture where they are known, celebrated, and encouraged to live lives of service for Jesus Christ.
- We continue to be one of the most affordable Christian universities while offering first-rate programs and services.
Where to Give
Every gift makes a difference in the lives of MACU students. Whether you choose to support scholarships, champion our athletic teams, strengthen academic programs, or enhance student life, your generosity helps us empower future leaders to do great things for the Kingdom of God. Explore one of these seven areas to see how your gift can make a lasting impact.
Areas You Can Impact
- Student Scholarships
- Athletics
- Academics
- Student Life
- Evangel 75 Campaign / Student Center
- Endowed Funds
- Memorial Gifts
Ways to Give
Online Giving
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- EFT/ACH
By Mail
To give by check in U.S. dollars or another currency, please make your check out to “Mid-America Christian University” and then mail it to us at:
Mid-America Christian University
University Advancement
3500 S.W. 119th St.
Oklahoma City, OK 73170
Planned Giving
Bequests
Wills are the most common estate planning instrument through which individuals care for their families and the organizations that mean so much to them – like Mid-America Christian University. MACU partners with estate planning professionals who can guide you through the process, often at no charge!
Beneficiary Designation Gifts
You can designate MACU as a beneficiary of an IRA, retirement funds, investment or bank account, or a life insurance policy.
Gift of Real Estate or Personal Property
A gift of real estate or personal property, like artwork or antiques, can be an excellent way to support MACU. The tax benefits of the gift depend on whether MACU can use the property in a way that is related to the mission. Contact us to learn more about this type of gift.
Charitable Gift Annuity
Transfer cash or appreciated property to MACU in exchange for our commitment to pay you fixed payments (with rates based on your age) for the rest of your life.
Charitable Remainder Trust
Transfer stock, cash, or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder trust. The trust sells your property tax free and provides you with income for life or a term of years. At the end of the term, the remainder of the fund value transfers to MACU.
Donor Advised Funds
When you contribute cash, securities, or other assets to DAFs, you qualify for a federal income tax deduction, and the money grows tax free as you consider the timing and impact of grants you request from the fund to support charitable organization(s) of your choice.
How Donor-Advised Funds Work
- You make an irrevocable contribution of cash, stock, real estate, or other personal assets — the funds cannot be returned to the donor or any other individual or used for any purpose other than grantmaking to charities
- You receive the maximum tax deduction allowed by the IRS
- You name your Donor-Advised Fund account, advisors, and any successors or charitable beneficiaries
- Your contribution is placed into a Donor-Advised Fund account where it grows tax free until ready to be distributed
- When you are ready, you can recommend grants from your account to qualified charities
You can contribute to a Donor-Advised Fund as frequently as you like. You may also eliminate capital gains taxes if you contribute appreciated assets instead of cash. Once your fund is established, you can then advise the fund administrator on how much and how often to distribute a grant to a qualifying charity like MACU.
Stocks, Securities or Mutual Funds
A gift of stocks or securities to Mid-America Christian University often provide significant tax benefits for a donor. For example, contributions of appreciated securities held for over a year are generally deductible at market value, regardless of what the donor paid for them. Moreover, the capital gains tax is avoided through this type of gift.
Click here to learn more about giving stocks and securities.
Qualified Charitable Distribution from your IRA
Are you 70½ or older? You can make a tax-free gift directly from your IRA to MACU—and make a lasting impact without increasing your taxable income. These gifts help you meet your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) and support the mission you care about most. It’s simple, smart, and powerful giving.
Memorial and Tribute Gifts
A memorial or tribute gift is a meaningful way to honor a loved one who has impacted your life and/or been impacted by their connection to Mid-America Christian University. Your gift will be a lasting tribute and make a difference in the lives of MACU students.