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IRA Charitable Gifts

Make a Tax-Smart Gift to Protect Animals

A charitable donation from your IRA can help animals when they need us most. If you are age 70½ or older, you may be able to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA to American Humane Society — potentially reducing your tax burden while supporting our mission to rescue, care for and protect animals.

What Is a Qualified Charitable Distribution?

Starting at age 70½, a QCD is a direct transfer of funds from your IRA provider to a qualified charity, such as American Humane Society.

Qualified Charitable Distributions:

  • Can count toward satisfying your required minimum distributions (RMDs) for the year, if certain rules are met
  • Are excluded from your taxable income
  • May reduce your overall tax liability

In short, a gift from your IRA can be a beneficial way to reduce your tax bill while supporting American Humane Society’s life-changing programs.

Who Is Eligible to Make an IRA Charitable Gift?

You may qualify to make a QCD if:

  • You are 70½ years of age or older
  • You donate up to $111,000 (in 2026) individually.
  • For married couples — each with their own IRA — you can donate $111,000 each (up to $222,000 in total in 2026).
  • Your gift comes from an eligible IRA, including:
    • Traditional IRAs
    • Rollover IRAs
    • Inherited IRAs
    • Other qualifying IRA accounts

Important Rules to Know

To qualify as a QCD:

  • Your gift must be transferred directly from your IRA account to American Humane Society or another qualified charity.
  • Your gift does not create taxable income for you.
  • You do not receive a charitable tax deduction for the gift.
  • Many states also allow tax-free treatment under their income tax laws.

Because rules may vary based on your situation, consult your financial advisor or tax professional before making a Qualified Charitable Distribution.

How to Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution

To complete your IRA charitable gift before year-end:

  1. Contact your IRA administrator or plan custodian.
  2. Request a direct transfer to American Humane Society (Tax ID: 84-0432950).
  3. Let us know your QCD gift is on its way so we can properly credit you for your gift.

You may contact American Humane Society toll-free at 1-866-242-1877 or email [email protected].

Why Give Through Your IRA?

Your IRA charitable gift helps American Humane Society:

  • Rescue animals in crisis
  • Support veterans and retired first responders through service dog programs
  • Advance humane standards through science-based certification
  • Protect animals around the world

Be a voice for the voiceless. Together, we can make a life-changing impact for animals in need.

Tax Information

American Humane is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization based in Washington, DC.

Federal Tax ID: 84-0432950