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Join us as we help students pursue their passions and shatter expectations.

Since 1967, we have been transforming the lives of our diverse students, advancing social and economic mobility, and promoting a global perspective. We strive to consistently meet student needs with exceptional faculty and staff, high-impact experiential learning, cutting-edge research, and deeply connected community engagement. Your gift will empower students to become lifelong leaders in their professions and communities. Consider the amazing things we can accomplish.

Recent News

The IRS has made cost-of-living adjustments to many items for 2025. The annual gift tax exclusion is $19,000 per recipient (up from $18,000 in 2024). The gift tax exclusion for a noncitizen spouse is $190,000 (up from $185,000). The gift and estate tax basic exclusion amount is $13,990,000 (up from $13,610,000). And the limits on qualified charitable distributions from an IRA are also higher.

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Spotlight on Giving

Make an Impact with Your IRA

Are you an IRA owner age 70½ or older exploring gift options to support our work? You might want to think about using your IRA to fulfill your charitable goals. This unique giving option allows for tax-free distributions that count toward your required minimum distribution (RMD) if one is due!

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We appreciate your unique connection to USC Upstate—and so do our students, their families, and our community.

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Leave an Enduring Legacy

The 1967 Society: Honoring the Transformative Power of Planned Giving

You hold the key to shaping our future by enabling us to assist students, support faculty, enhance programs, improve facilities, and provide new opportunities. By including USC Upstate in your estate plan, you advance our mission, create a meaningful legacy, and qualify to join other supporters as part of the 1967 Society.