If you are 70½ or older and have an IRA, you are already qualified!
How a QCD Works
You are at least 70½ years old with IRA funds you no longer need
Make a QCD from your IRA
Your QCD goes directly to Seattle Children’s, 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?
Sample Beneficiary Designation
Legal name: Seattle Children’s Hospital Foundation
Address: 4800 Sand Point Way N.E., Seattle, Washington 98105
Federal Tax ID number: 91-1156519
Discover the Benefits of a QCD
Reduce Your Taxable Income
When you take funds from your IRA, they count as taxable income. But if you transfer them directly to Seattle Children’s, you reduce your taxable income while satisfying your RMD.
Fulfill Your 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 $105,000 per individual or $210,000 per couple to satisfy your RMD.
Help Transform Pediatric Healthcare
When you make a QCD from your IRA to Seattle Children’s Hospital Foundation, you will help us support lifesaving care and research for kids.
“Our sweet granddaughter, Anna, was diagnosed with high-risk neuroblastoma at just 8 months old. Groundbreaking research at Seattle Children’s saved her life, and today she’s a 10-year-old cancer survivor. The tax-free advantage of donating from our IRA allows us to make a bigger gift to the Cancer Clinical Trials Fund, so that more kids like Anna can celebrate all of life’s milestones with their families.”
—Francie and Dave Kramer, Seattle Children’s supporters
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 make a difference in the lives of patients and their families. | 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!
We’d like to thank you and ensure your gift goes to the program or department you intend.