Donate via IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)

  • STEP 1

    Make sure you are aware of the IRS rules governing Required Minimal Distributions (RMDs) and QCDs, including whether your type of IRA qualifies.

    See this FAQ for more information on QCDs.

    We recommend consulting a tax or investment professional.

  • STEP 2

    Notify your IRA custodian about of your intentions and the amount of your donation so their firm can distribute the funds on your behalf.

    Please note: A key rule about QCDs is that the distributions must be made directly from the IRA to the tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, not to you. This means that the check or wire transfer must be made out to Focus for Democracy Fund. If it is made out to you, it is counted as a taxable distribution.

  • STEP 3

    Depending on the distribution method (options vary by institution), provide your IRA custodian with the appropriate instructions:

    • For check, click here

    • For wire transfer, click here

    For your records, please note that Focus for Democracy Fund’s EIN is 93-3922232 and our mailing address is:

    Focus for Democracy Fund
    1200 G Street, NW
    Suite 800
    Washington, DC 20005

Focus for Democracy Fund’s EIN is 93-3922232. Donors can make tax-deductible contributions. These c3 donations are used only for non-partisan purposes. Focus for Democracy Fund has not provided any goods or services to you in consideration of this voluntary contribution.

Thank you for your contribution!