Planned giving
Define the future. Transform lives with a gift in your will.
Your estate plan is a meaningful reflection of your values and what matters most to you.
A planned gift to the North American Foundation for The University of Manchester (NAFUM) is an investment in tomorrow’s leaders, innovators and thinkers. Together, we can scale transformative research, catalyze innovation and empower the brightest minds to tackle global challenges for generations to come.
Leave a legacy, define the future
Your gift could:
- Empower exceptional students by removing barriers to access and achievement; enabling bright minds to pursue a world-class education and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries that shape the future.
- Invest in pioneering research, early career researchers and long-term projects to deliver life-changing results on a global scale. Whether advancing health, environmental science, AI or other vital fields, your legacy will fuel tomorrow’s breakthroughs.
- Provide a flexible gift to the NAFUM endowment that empowers the University to respond to the most urgent and unpredictable needs of tomorrow. From sudden health crises to unexpected economic shifts – your gift will ensure we are prepared for whatever challenges arise.
Your gift matters
A planned gift dedicated to what matters most to you can help us build a healthier, fairer and more sustainable future.
"My scholarship has done more than just ease my financial burdens; it has empowered me to fully embrace university life with gratitude and ambition. For that, I will always be deeply thankful."
Thinojen Balakumaresan – Bursary recipient, funded by legacy gift
Will you join Joanna?
"I have made my own bequest to support the next generation of Manchester scholars.
I hope you will join me in empowering 91直播 students, driving research and creating lasting change."
Joanna Horobin
MBChB, 1978
President, The North American Foundation for The University of Manchester
Thinking of making a planned gift?
Whether exploring options or if you've already made a bequest to support NAFUM, we're keen to hear from you. Sharing your plans lets us thank you personally and support you with next steps.
Contact our planned giving teamOrder your free planned giving guide
For more information on the impact a planned gift could have and the various options available to you, we’ve created a complimentary guide to leaving a gift in your will.
You’ll find everything you need to get started, regardless of which giving option suits you best.
Request your free guideWill wording
If you are ready to make a bequest, we encourage you to reach out to our planned giving team.
They will be delighted to provide tailored wording for your will that can be shared with your attorney, ensuring your intentions are clearly expressed and safeguarded for the future.
Contact our planned giving teamJoin our legacy society
The 1824 Society honors all individuals who have chosen to support the University with a gift in their will. Members receive regular updates and priority invitations to University events.
If you've included us in your will but haven't shared the news with us, we’d love to hear from you so that we can welcome you to the society.
Join the societyQuestions?
We recognize that planning your estate is a deeply personal process, requiring careful consideration. We are here to support you in making an informed decision. To have a confidential discussion, please contact the planned giving team:
Address: NAFUM, PO Box 293, Littleton MA 01460
