Securities and Wire Transfers

A gift of stocks or securities to GW can be arranged via electronic transfer or by receipt of stock certificates.  The gift provides a full income tax deduction, negates capital gains tax, and may also avoid estate taxes.

• Stock and Securities Transfer instructions (PDF)
• Wire Transfer instructions (PDF)

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We would be happy to talk to you, your lawyer, or tax adviser about the advantages of making a gift of appreciated assets such as stocks or bonds. For more information, please contact Bruce W. Martin at bmartin@law.gwu.edu or 202-994-0841.