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What You Can Give

Learn which assets are most commonly used to fund a gift. These gifts allow the donor to make a significant impact than what might be possible with a cash donation alone, while also offering potential financial and tax benefits.

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Stocks & Bonds

Giving appreciated stock that you have held for more than one year. With careful planning, you can reduce your capital gains tax while supporting The College.

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Retirement Assets

A gift of your retirement assets, such as an employee retirement plan, IRA, or tax-sheltered annuity, which can shield your heirs from taxes while funding The College's future.

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Life Insurance

Making a gift of a life insurance policy without diminishing other investments or assets earmarked for family members.

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Real Estate

A gift of real estate which allows you to preserve your cash assets, receive tax and income advantages, and make a significant charitable gift to The College.

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Personal Property

A gift of artwork, coins, antiques, or other personal property to support The College.

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Donor-Advised Fund

Immediate tax benefits while making your charitable giving easier for years to come. Might a Donor-Advised Fund be right for you? Here’s how it works.

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The Source for Best-In-Class Knowledge

Formed from expert thought leaders in the field and backed by the best-in-class knowledge and know-how of The College, the Center offers information, programs, and education that focus on this underrepresented but growing part of our communities.

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About the ChSNC^®

Specialized Knowledge Focused on Solutions

The ChSNC^® Program is designed to provide financial professionals with the specialized skill and advanced knowledge to champion individuals living with disability, their caregivers, and families with honesty, ethics, and compassion.

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A Growing Need

26%

Of adults have some type of disability.¹

85%

Of caregivers have no plan to address physical, emotional, and financial responsibilities.²

62%

Of caregivers report feeling overwhelmed by financial stress.²

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Crafting Long-Term Care Conversations

For many, the subject of long-term care can be a difficult topic to broach. For financial advisors, it’s all in the line of work.

February 11, 2026

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Advanced Insights for Special Needs Planning

Join industry experts as they take an in-depth look at several key topics and share knowledge from the field of special needs planning.

By Joellen Meckley

November 12, 2025

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Special Needs Trusts for Gifting and Inheritance

If you have a minor or adult child with special needs, financial concerns are likely top of mind.

October 30, 2025

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Fundamental Insights for Special Needs Planning

Join experts from The American College of Financial Services as they explore key insights and knowledge in the field of special needs planning.

By Joellen Meckley, Thomas M. Brinker, Jr.

October 20, 2025

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The American College Center for Special Needs to Host Virtual Symposium

Two-part event brings together practitioners focused on serving the special needs community and offers professionals a pathway into advanced special needs planning.

September 16, 2025

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The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. We encourage you to consult with your attorney, financial advisor, or tax professional before making any estate planning decisions.

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