It's Easier Than Ever to Support Whitworth

This distinguished group of Whitworthians supports our mind-and-heart mission by using the IRA charitable rollover to donate funds directly from their IRAs. Back row, from left: Bill Sperling '63, '68; Lee Fish '63, '70; Frank Knott '64; David Hicks, professor emeritus of biology; and Cliff Goss '55. Front row, from left: Gerry Sperling '68, '69; Julie Fish '92; Janet Hicks '74; and Dottie Goss '56.

Make a Tax-Free Gift From Your IRA

You've worked hard, saved diligently, and are ready to enjoy your retirement years. Maybe you're also looking for a way to give back to the organizations and causes that are important to you. Consider making a gift from your IRA.

If you're 70½ or older, you can use the IRA charitable rollover to make a tax-free gift to Whitworth University. This law allows you to transfer up to $100,000 directly to a qualified charitable organization without paying income tax on the distribution.

When you use the IRA charitable rollover to make a gift to Whitworth:

• Your gift will be put to use today, allowing you to see the difference you're making for the students we serve.
• You pay no income taxes on the gift. The transfer doesn't generate taxable income or a tax deduction, so you benefit even if you do not itemize your tax deductions.
• If you have not yet taken your required minimum distribution for the year, your IRA charitable rollover gift can satisfy all or part of that requirement.

Let Us Help

You don't need to be an expert in retirement planning to make a gift from your IRA. Let us walk you through it and share all the ways your gift makes a difference at Whitworth University. Contact Stacey Kamm Smith at 509.777.4388 or skammsmith@whitworth.edu to get started.