IRA Rollover

Make a tax-free contribution directly from your retirement account to LMM. An IRA charitable rollover, also known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), allows individuals aged 70½ or older to donate up to $105,000 (starting in 2024) annually from their Individual Retirement Account (IRA) directly to a qualified nonprofit like LMM. If you are aged 73 or older this gift can satisfy your Required Minimum Distribution.

Benefits of an IRA Rollover

  • Immediate Impact: Your gift helps LMM continue its vital programs and services right away.
  • Tax Advantages:
    – Avoid taxes on transfers from your IRA directly to LMM. (up to $105,000 in 2024)
    – Reduce your taxable income, even if you do not itemize deductions.
    – Not subject to deduction limits on charitable gifts.
  • Count Toward RMD: Satisfy your required minimum distribution (RMD) for the year while supporting LMM’s mission.

How to start an IRA Rollover

  1. Contact your IRA custodian to request a direct transfer to Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry.
  2. Provide the following:
    • LMM’s legal name – Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry.
    • Tax ID number: 34-043756
    • Mailing address – 4515 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103
  3. Notify LMM if your donation is used for a specific purpose.
 

*Please note that IRA Charitable Rollover Gifts do not qualify for a charitable deduction.

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