Planning to Make a Difference

For 150 years, Lake Forest College has welcomed students of character who are ready for the challenge of a superior liberal arts education. Our success over the years can be measured, in large part, by the passion and commitment of the independent thinkers we now call alumni and friends.

The hallmarks of Lake Forest College—small class sizes, reasonable tuition costs, broad availability of financial aid, world-class professors—are made possible thanks to generous gifts from individuals, like you, who want to make a difference. Many of these donors have found that, by carefully planning their gifts, they can make meaningful contributions while meeting personal planning goals at the same time.

If you would like to ensure that Lake Forest College continues its tradition of providing an outstanding liberal arts education in the Chicago area, please continue reading. You will discover ways to make gifts to Lake Forest you may not have thought possible while you enjoy increased income, tax savings, and other benefits.

Whether you decide to make your gifts today, or through arrangements that first provide for your continued financial security and that of your loved ones, you will enjoy knowing that you are investing in the future of Lake Forest College.

That's what effective gift planning is all about. We trust the information presented here will help you maximize your giving potential, make the most of your charitable dollars, and ensure Lake Forest College can continue to provide a world-class education for future generations.