Education

Building Naming Rights (Major Gift Pledge)

Recording a multi-million dollar donor pledge to name a new campus facility.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Pledges ReceivableAsset (+)1,000,000.00-
Contribution Revenue (Restricted)Revenue (+)-1,000,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Under the accrual basis, the full pledge is recorded as revenue today (often discounted to present value) because it is a legally binding promise.

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