Now available! Make your donation to James Madison University through a secure online transaction.
Remember: an online gift of $1,000 or more ($200 for young alumni -- classes of 2002 or later) qualifies you for membership in the JMU President's Council.
JMU Payroll Deduction
Faculty and staff of JMU can make gifts via payroll deduction. Download the gift card (PDF file) and follow the instructions on the form to enroll.
Join the President's Council by payroll deduction!
By initiating a $1,000 payroll deduction
gift ($41.67 per pay period), you can become a member of the President's Council. Young Alumni (class of 2002 or later) who are also JMU employees can join by initiating a
$200 gift (just $8.34 per pay period) by payroll deduction.
Other Giving Options
If you prefer to make your gift by mail or telephone, or if you plan to make a non-cash gift, please review the options below. If you have any questions or need assistance, please call us at either of the numbers below:
- (540) 568-2822 - Advancement Gifts and Records
- (800) 296-6162 - Development
Credit Card
To make a credit card gift by telephone, call the Office of Advancement Gifts and Records at (540) 568-2822 or the Office of Development at (800) 296-6162.
Check
Please download and fill out the form. Please make your check out to the JMU Foundation and mail it and the completed form to:
Advancement Gifts and Records
MSC 3603
800 S. Main Street
Harrisonburg, VA 22807
Securities
An alternative to cash is a gift of appreciated securities, which can offer income tax benefits, as well as savings on capital gains. For more information, visit the JMU Foundation or call 1-800-296-6162.
Gifts-in-Kind
Donors often give items to the university rather than cash. These gifts cover a wide range of items, including art works, books and manuscripts, computer equipment and software, and furniture. They are declared "in kind" gifts and carry with them the declared value that the donor assesses at the time the gift is made. For more information, please contact a development officer at 1-800-296-6162.
Automatic Bank Draft
Enroll in the Electronic Gift Payment Program. It is convenient and easy, with no checks to write. Please download a form and enroll now.