Donation Frequently Asked Questions

• Will my PhilanthroPete gift be tax-deductible?

  Yes. Each gift will receive a receipt for your contribution. If you selected a perk with an associated benefit, the fair-market value will be deducted from your gift when applicable. We generate a gift receipt and send it you for tax purposes usually within the week we receive your gift.

• How can I double my donation?

  Many companies match gifts to higher education, which can double or triple your gift. You can check if your employer (or your spouse's employer) has a matching gift program here.

• Is it safe to make my gift online?

  Yes! We use a digital certificate that authenticates the identity of a website and encrypts information that is sent to the server using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology. This prevents your personal or financial information from falling into the wrong hands.

• Who can I contact with questions about my gift?

  If you have questions about making your gift, please contact the OSU Foundation at 800.622.4678.

• Will you notify the honoree of my tribute gift?

  At this time we will not notify every honoree of tribute gifts. However, you are always welcome to share a link to the donor wall where your tribute will be published with the honoree directly.