October 1st marked the start of the three month period during which most Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) must be made from IRA and other retirement accounts!
Have you considered making a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) to Las Trampas?
A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is a tax-wise giving opportunity for donors 70 ½ or older who must take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from their IRA. A QCD is made directly from your IRA to a qualified charitable organization, like Las Trampas. The donation is not included in your taxable income, and you are not required to itemize deductions. The donation reduces the amount of your RMD.
The annual maximum allowable QCD is $100,000 per individual taxpayer but you can donate any amount up to that limit. Distributions must be made directly from the IRA trustee to Las Trampas, and the donation must be complete by December 31st of the calendar year in which the RMD is required to be made. Making a QCD may have other tax benefits. Your tax preparer can answer any questions you might have.