At the University of New England we encourage donors to support those projects or funds that most appropriately reflect their philanthropic interests. To learn more about giving opportunities in your area of interest, please contact William Chance, Vice President for Institutional Advancement at (207) 221-4372.
When donating, please reference how you would like your gift to be applied (e.g. Annual Fund, construction project, endowment, etc.).
We accept donations in the following forms:
Cash
Checks
Payable to:
University of New England
C/O Institutional Advancement
716 Stevens Avenue
Portland, ME 04103
Please reference how you would like your gift to be applied.
Credit/Debit Card
Gifts or pledges may be made through our secure online giving page with your Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover Card. You can make a one-time gift or set up a gift which reoccurs each month. If you have questions about our online giving page, please contact us at (207) 221-4914.
Planned Gifts
For information on the opportunities and benefits of including the University of New England in your estate plans, we invite you to contact Mark LaFrance, major and planned giving officer, at (207) 221-4379 or mlafrance2@une.edu.
Gifts of Securities
Gifts of appreciated securities may offer tax benefits on a charitable donation by avoiding capital gains taxes. To discuss this unique opportunity, contact Mark LaFrance, major and planned giving officer, at (207) 221-4379 or mlafrance2@une.edu. To arrange a transfer of stock, please contact UNE's Gift Acceptance Office at (207) 221-4331.
Matching Gifts
Many businesses and corporations will offer matching gifts for contributions that employees, retirees and their members make to nonprofit institutions. Please look into increasing your support without additional out-of-pocket expense by contacting your company's personnel office.