Giving from Your 401k or IRA Retirement Plan
Leave family the balance of savings and checking accounts, and donate double-taxed assets like IRAs to us.
You've worked hard and planned for retirement. Now, with a little creativity, you can leverage your retirement assets to benefit you and your family, reduce federal taxes, and support University of Houston-Clear Lake far into the future.
How It Works
- Name University of Houston-Clear Lake as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or other qualified retirement plan.
- Pass the balance of your retirement assets to University of Houston-Clear Lake by contacting your plan administrator.
- Important! Tell University of Houston-Clear Lake about your gift. Your plan administrator is not obligated to notify us, so if you don't tell us, we may not know.
Benefits
- Continue to take regular lifetime withdrawals.
- Maintain flexibility to change beneficiaries if your family's needs change during your lifetime.
- Your heirs avoid the potential double taxation on the assets left in your retirement account.
Next
- More detail on retirement plans.
- Frequently asked questions on retirement plans.
- Contact us so we can assist you through every step.
Download Estate Planning Guide
You worked hard to build your wealth, so make sure your plans for it are respected. Download your estate planning guide to get started. We hope you consider University of Houston-Clear Lake in your process.
Contact Us
Planning your estate and legacy for future generations, including your charitable interests, takes careful evaluation. Consulting with the appropriate professionals can assist you.
Sherrie A. Mueller, Director of Planned Giving
muellersh@uhcl.edu
281-283-2039