RMD as charitable donation

can I distribute a portion of an rmd directly to a charity?



Assuming the RMD is coming out of a traditional IRA (not a 401k or other 401 type plan) and assuming you have reached the age of 70.5 on or after the day of the distribution, yes you can make a distribution out of the TIRA directly to a charity subject to a limit of $100K.  I do not believe a QCD can come out of an inherited IRA, but not to be quoted on that.  It is referred to as a qualified charitable distribution (QCD).  I have been making QCDs from my Vanguard TIRA for the past 14 years.  I do it online and the check is made out to the qualifiying charity, mailed to me, I make a copy of it and then forward it under a covering letter requesting a prompt acknowledgement of receipt in accordance with IRS guidelines.  

A QCD can be done from an inherited IRA, but only after the beneficiary reaches 70.5.

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