Leaving a Legacy

An Easy Way to Get Started

We’ve partnered with FreeWill to help you write an estate plan—for free! In 20 minutes or less, you can protect your loved ones and include the necessary language to designate a bequest to the West Virginia State University Foundation. If you’d prefer to finalize your will with an attorney, you can still use the tool to create a list of documented wishes. Get started here.

Have you already included a gift in your will or trust to WVSU?

Please take a minute to fill out this form so we can thank you for your lasting commitment to academic excellence and ensure our records are up-to-date!

Beneficiary Designation

Did you know that there are additional assets not covered in a standard will or trust? If you have an IRA, 401(k), life insurance policy, or any additional accounts, these are called “non-probate assets,” and they need to be planned separately. Using this online tool, you can log all of your assets, name West Virginia State University as a beneficiary to make a real difference for students, and receive printable instructions on how to set each one up with your broker. Plan your beneficiaries today.

 

Meet Our Donors

Vincent E. and Frances B. ReedDr. Vincent E. and Mrs. Frances B. Reed
The Reeds, who met as students at West Virginia State University, dedicated their careers to education. Frances Reed’s legacy gift ensures future Yellow Jackets can pursue theirs. Read More

Fred D. Thomas JrFred D. Thomas Jr.
A retired teacher, Fred D. Thomas Jr. is ensuring future education students have what they need to become leaders in the classroom. Read More

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