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Shares, land and property

Guidance on giving shares, land or property to the College

Donate gifts in kind

To talk about making a gift of shares, land or property please email the Philanthropy Team or call +44(0)1784 917677.

Giving shares to the university is one of the most attractive ways of giving back while minimising income and Capital Gains Tax liability.

Tax relief is available to UK taxpayers donating:

  • Shares and securities listed on the UK Stock Market, the Alternative Investment Market and recognised stock exchanges overseas
  • Units in a UK unit trust
  • Shares in a UK open-ended investment company (OEIC)

You can claim Income Tax relief equal to the market value of the shares on the day the gift is made, plus any associated costs such as the broker’s fees. Capital Gains Tax that you may have incurred will not apply.

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