There are many ways to pass along a distinctive Sarah Lawrence education to future generations of talented, creative students—and a number of reasons to act today. If it is time to write or revise your will or living trust, please consider naming Sarah Lawrence College as a beneficiary. You will create a powerful legacy at a place that has meant so much to you, and you can capitalize on financial benefits as well.

There are also a number of other ways you can maximize your gift to Sarah Lawrence while meeting your financial needs, including making your contribution with:

• A Retirement Plan: You can name Sarah Lawrence College as the beneficiary of some or all of the assets remaining in your IRA, 401(k) or other qualified retirement plans after your lifetime on the "beneficiary designation form" provided by your plan administrator.
• A Life Insurance Policy: Ask your life insurance agent for the beneficiary designation form and name Sarah Lawrence College a beneficiary of part or all of the policy proceeds.
• A Bank or Brokerage Account: You can title (or retitle) a bank account as POD (payable on death) to Sarah Lawrence College. Similarly, you can title (or retitle) a brokerage account or stock certificate as TOD (transfer on death) to Sarah Lawrence College.

More detailed information on making a planned gift, including financial illustrations geared to your needs and situation, is available by contacting Annetta Love, Director of Gift Planning at (914) 395-2543 or alove@sarahlawrence.edu.

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