What Is an IRA Charitable Gift?
If you’re 70½ or older, you can make a meaningful impact for veteran and military families by giving directly from your IRA. This type of gift—called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)—allows you to support the VFW National Home while potentially reducing your taxable income.
It’s a powerful way to provide housing, education, childcare, and stability for families—using funds you may already be required to withdraw.
An IRA charitable gift, also known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), allows you to transfer funds directly from your IRA to a qualified nonprofit like the VFW National Home.
Because the gift goes straight from your IRA to our organization:
- It may count toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)
- It is not included in your taxable income
- You make a lasting difference for veteran families
What Does It Mean to Give From Your IRA?
Why Choose an IRA Gift?
Tax-smart giving
Reduce your taxable income by giving directly from your IRA.
Simple & Secure
Give online in minutes or work directly with your IRA provider.
Meet your RMD
Your gift can satisfy part or all of your required minimum distribution.
Make a real difference
Your generosity helps provide safe housing, education, and essential services.
Give Online Through FreeWill
Make Your IRA Gift Online in Minutes
We’ve partnered with FreeWill to make giving from your IRA fast, secure, and completely free for you. Their easy-to-use platform guides you step by step and ensures your gift reaches the VFW National Home quickly and safely.
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Work With Your IRA Custodian
If you’d rather make your gift directly through your IRA administrator or financial advisor, you can request a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) using the information below.
Legal Name: VFW National Home
Tax ID (EIN):38-1359597
Mailing Address:
3573 S. Waverly Rd.
Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
Contact Phone: 866-483-9642
Contact Name: Nancy Archambeau
Memo Line: IRA Charitable Gift (QCD)
Please notify us when you initiate your IRA gift so we can properly credit your donation and send your tax acknowledgment.
I’ve Sent an IRA GiftNext Steps
Choose your method
Give online through FreeWill or work with your IRA provider.
Request a QCD
Your IRA custodian sends funds directly to the VFW National Home.
Receive confirmation
We’ll send your receipt once your gift is received.
