4 Reasons to Give from Your IRA: Smart, Convenient Giving for Supporters Over 70½

 Here’s an insider tip…

More and more supporters are giving to Christian Reformed Churches like yours  directly from their retirement accounts through what’s known as a “qualified charitable distribution” (often referred to as a “QCD”).

For those ages 70 ½ and older who qualify, these gifts offer a convenient, cost-effective, and powerful way to support your church and other CRCNA Ministries like Thrive, Resonate and Reframe.

What makes a qualified charitable distribution so appealing?

1.    If you don’t need the income, you can give directly from your IRA to the your church or a CRCNA ministry that's close to your heart. It’s a simple way to meet all or part of your required minimum distributions and provide meaningful support!

2.    Qualified charitable distributions reduce your taxable income. This is advantageous even if you don’t itemize deductions on your tax return.

3.    Gifts from your IRA can be used to fulfill any charitable giving pledges you have made.

4.    Any IRA distributions you make to charity will not be taxed. The entirety of your gift will go toward ministry!

Is giving from your IRA the right solution for you? To learn more about this and other convenient and cost-effective ways to support your church. 

Joshua Remer 
Planned Giving Advisor
(616) 224-5885  or email [email protected]