There are many ways to make an outright gift to the Keck School of Medicine. A cash gift is accomplished by writing a check to "Keck School of Medicine of USC," or to "Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center."

Gifts of securities, land, or buildings are donated through a more complex process. Securities require the sending of the actual certificates to the above address. Do NOT sign or endorse the certificates. In a separate mailing to the above address, send a signed and signature guaranteed stock power for each certificate. The signature guarantee can be obtained from your bank or broker. If the securities are held by your bank or broker, they can be transferred to the University of Southern California. Please contact the above address for instructions.

Land or Buildings can be gifted with a deed. However, for each, there needs to be an inspection of the property by USC prior to the deed's acceptance by the University. Additionally, the donor will be responsible for obtaining and paying for a valid appraisal for tax purposes.

Art, Collections, and other personal property may be donated, but the University must approve the gift prior to the transfer. A valid appraisal must be obtained and paid for by the donor for tax purposes. For further information about these issues, refer to Assets to Give.