What is a planned gift?

A planned gift is a charitable gift that is arranged today and completed at a future date - often through your will, trust, retirement plan, life insurance policy or other financial or estate-planning arrangement.



Planned gifts can provide an opportunity to make a significant future impact while taking your personal financial and family goals into consideration.

Wills & Trusts

Include PVAMU in your will or trust and create a lasting impact for future generations.

Retirement Plans & IRAs

Name the Prairie View A&M Foundation as a beneficiary of all or a portion of your retirement account.

Life Insurance

Name the Foundation as a beneficiary of an existing life insurance policy.

Charitable Gift Annuities

Make a gift to PVAMU while receiving payments for life for yourself and/or another individual.

Other Planned Gifts

Explore additional strategies with your financial, tax and estate-planning advisors.

The information provided on this website is for education purposes only and in not intended as legal, tax or financial advice. We encourage you to consult your professional advisors when considering a planned gift.

Your Legacy. Our Future.

The roots of Prairie View A&M University run deep. For generations, Panthers have carried the values, traditions and spirit of PVAMU forward.


The Oak Tree Society is a community of alumni, friends, parents and supporters who have chosen to help ensure that legacy continues.


Through a planned gift, you can provide meaningful support for future generations of Panthers while creating a legacy that reflects the people, programs and priorities that matter most to you.


Your plannned gift can make a difference for generations to come.

Have You Already Included PVAMU in Your Plans?


You may already be part of the Oak Tree Society.


If you have already included Prairie View A&M Foundation or Prairie View A&M University in your will, trust, retirement plan, life insurance policy or another estate plan, we would love to hear from you.


By letting us know about your planned gift, you help us properly document and honor your intentions - and, if you choose, welcome you as s a member of the Oak Tree Society.

Why Become an Oak Tree Society Member?

Student Success

Help provide scholarships and opportunities to future Panthers.

Lasting Legacy

Create an enduring connection between your family and Prairie View A&M University.

Panther Pride

Support the programs, traditions and experiences that make PVAMU special.

Your Passion

Direct your future gift towards the area of the university that means the most to you.

Want to Learn More?

Download the Oak Tree Society Brochure.

Explore planned-giving opportunities and learn how you can create a lasting legacy at Prairie View A&M University.