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Link to the Engine Donation Press ReleaseWorkforce education means good-paying jobs, healthy families and a strong community. That's why the Southwest Tech Foundation knows that when it comes to scholarships, every dollar counts. For our students, your gift provides a critical financial lifeline. With broad support from friends and partners just like you, we are able to make great things come alive for our students, our community and our economy.
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We receive approximately 97% of your credit card donation after fees are assessed by the bank. Please consider adding 3% to your gift to help offset this additional cost. To avoid bank fees, we welcome payment by cash or check.
Pay by Cash or Check
When making a gift by cash or check, please complete the Foundation Gift Commitment Form to clearly indicate who the gift is from and its purpose. Please make all checks payable to Southwest Tech Foundation and mail to:
1800 Bronson Boulevard
Fennimore, WI 53809
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Give By Mail:
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation
1800 Bronson Blvd
Fennimore, WI 53809
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Give by Wire Transfer
Please contact Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation, Inc. for banking information to transfer funds. Email the Foundation at foundation@swtc.edu or call 608.822.3262
Give Through Matching Gifts
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Matching gifts offer SWTC alumni, parents, and friends a powerful opportunity to amplify their support for Southwest Tech. By leveraging your employer's matching gift program, you can double or even triple the impact of your contribution.
Search now to see if your employer, organization, or foundation will match your gift and make an even greater difference in the lives of SWTC students.
Give Through Your Estate
Leave a Lasting Legacy: Secure Your Family's Future While Supporting SWTC
Whether you're ready to make an immediate impact or prefer to leave a lasting legacy, estate giving offers a powerful way to provide for your loved ones and invest in the future at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College (SWTC).
Discover charitable plans that allow you to fulfill your family's needs while leaving a meaningful impact on future generations of students. Your legacy can ensure a brighter future for both your family and the SWTC community.
Give Appreciated Stocks or Other Assets
A contribution of common stocks to Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation, Inc. is a win-win. Assuming the stock has appreciated value:
- 1. The contributor gets to use the higher, appreciated value (not the lower purchase price) for the charitable contribution amount for tax deduction purposes.
- 2. The contributor does not have a taxable long or short-term capital gain.
- 3. As a non-profit organization, the SWTC Foundation does not have to pay taxes on the gift or gain.
If stocks are held in a “street name” in a brokerage account, direct your broker or dealer to transfer the contributed stock via DTC.
Transfer share electronically to:
Prior to stock transfer, please notify SWTC Foundation, so we can communicate with Baird. Email foundation@swtc.edu or call 608.822.3262
Transfer information:
Baird DTC #0547
Baird Account Name: Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation
Baird Account # 2768-6958
Address:
Robert W. Baird & Co.
777 E Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Contacts:
- Laura H. Gough
414.765.3972 | 888.596.1592 - Lisa Duerr
SWTC Foundation's Federal I.D. Number:39-1828080
If stocks are held in certificate form, on the back, assign the certificate to Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, Fennimore, WI and sign and date at the bottom. Attach a letter of instruction indicating you wish to transfer the stock to Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation and direct the shares to be deposited into Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation.
IRA Distributions
If you are 70½ or older, you have the opportunity to contribute directly from your IRA account to the Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation. These contributions are tax-free and can be counted towards your required minimum distribution, potentially leading to reductions in your federal and state income taxes.