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Ways to Give
 
A person wishing to give to the big green can do so in multiple ways. All donors are unique in their giving, so please don’t hesitate to contact the Big Green with questions at 304-696-4661.
Cash / check / online contribution
To join the Big Green Annual Fund: Join Online Today!
 
Fill out the pledge card and send to: Click here for pledge card. 
Big Green Scholarship Foundation
Marshall University
Post Office Box 1360
Huntington, WV 25715
 
Direct Bank Withdrawal
Donors wishing to pay their BGAF pledge via a checking or savings account can do so by filling out the Consumer Debit Authorization form (click here) and returning it to the Big Green office. Note: A voided check and Annual Fund pledge card must accompany form. Withdrawals are taken during the 5th or 20th of each month.

Credit Cards
 All major credit cards accepted. Big Green members wishing to pay their BGAF pledge via credit card can do so by enrolling in one of the following payment plans:
1. Monthly – cards are charged either the 5th or the 20th of the month
 2. Four Installments – cards are charged April 1st, June 1st, August 1st and October 1st
3. Three Installments – cards are charged April 1st, June 1st and August 1st
4. Two Installments – cards are charged April 1st and June 1st

You can fill out the pledge card form here. 

Gifts Of Stock
Donors or their designated financial services provider can transfer funds directly to the Big Green to cover current or other planned gifts or pledges. Please contact Beverly Lee at merritt@marshall.edu for more information on the DTC transfer. 

Matching Gifts
In many cases donors can apply for a matching gift from their employers that can increase their annual support to the Big Green, and in some cases their associated giving level. Donors wishing to submit a matching gift are encouraged to check the Big Green’s eligibility against their company’s matching gift guidelines and ensure that the matching gift form is returned with their gift. Please contact Beverly Lee at merritt@marshall.edu for more information.

Gifts-In-Kind
The Big Green allows donors that can provide goods and/or professional services that normally would incur a cost to the Department of Athletics to be eligible for credit against their annual pledge to the Big Green. Approval from the Big Green Board of Directors is required before gifts of goods and/or professional services can be accepted. Please contact Beverly Lee at merritt@marshall.edu for more information.

Requests
Donors can ensure the financial future of the Big Green by making contributions through wills and bequests. These planned gifts are the ideal way to sustain your family’s name in conjunction with the Big Green and Marshall Athletics. Please contact Beverly Lee at merritt@marshall.edu for more information.

Real Estate
Substantial tax benefits can exist for gifts of real estate. Please contact Beverly Lee at merritt@marshall.edu for more information.

Life Income Gifts
Charitable gift annuities or charitable trusts can offer an opportunity to make a substantial gift to the Big Green without forfeiting the annual income produced by these assets. You retain income for your life and the life of your spouse. This gift can also be structured to create a substantial tax break over a period of years.  Please contact Beverly Lee at merritt@marshall.edu for more information.