If you are 70½ or older and have an IRA, you are already qualified!
How a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) Works
You are at least 70½ years old with IRA funds you no longer need
Make a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) to Brady Center from your IRA
Your QCD goes directly to Brady Center, supporting a cause you care about
*If you are 73 years old or older, your QCD can count towards your required minimum distribution (RMD)!
Did You Know?
You can also support our mission for years to come. Simply name Brady Center as a beneficiary of your IRA account, and the remaining assets (or a portion) of the account will be distributed to help us change lives.
Sample Beneficiary Designation
Legal name: Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence 501(c)(3)
Address: 840 First Street NE #400, Washington, DC 20002
Federal Tax ID number: 52-1285097
Discover the Benefits of a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
Reduce Your Taxable Income
When you take funds from your IRA, they count as taxable income. But if you transfer them directly to Brady Center, you reduce your taxable income while satisfying your RMD.
Fulfill Your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)
After you turn 73, you must distribute funds from your IRA. If you do not distribute the required minimum, you may be penalized, but a QCD allows a transfer up to $108,000 per individual or $216,000 per couple to satisfy your RMD.
Transform the World
When you make a qualified charitable distribution from your IRA to Brady Center, you will help us create a safer America by reducing the public health epidemic of gun violence.
“If we pay attention to the science, I know we can get to the bottom of this problem and cut gun deaths.”
—Jack and Mary, QCD Donor
Find Out if a Qualified Charitable Distribution is Right For You
| I was born before . | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
| I have a qualified IRA. | Yes | No |
| I want to help win against gun violence today. | Yes | No |
You’re qualified to make this type of gift!
It looks like there are still some requirements that need to be met!
Take Your Next Steps
Step 1
Get started by selecting your IRA custodian and filling out your information below.
This information will be used to pre-fill your distribution form.
STEP 2
Once you have downloaded and completed the rest of your form, please mail the form to your IRA custodian. We recommend mailing this by December 1 to ensure you receive your tax deduction for this year.
STEP 3
Please let us know about your generous gift to Brady Center!
We’d like to thank you and ensure your gift goes to the program or department you desire.