Gifts From Your Retirement Account
Supporting
Scouting America,
Aloha Council
Transform your retirement savings into a legacy that empowers future generations of Scouts. By designating the Scouting America, Aloha Council as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or other retirement account, you ensure that the values and experiences that shaped your life will continue to inspire young leaders.
Join us in building a foundation for tomorrow’s leaders. To explore how your retirement funds can leave a lasting imprint on Scouting’s future, please contact us at (808) 595-6366 or scoutinghawaii@scouting.org. In addition, please consult your financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney to determine how charitable giving may impact your individual situation.
Give Tax-Efficiently with a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
If you are 70½ or older, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA to support Scouting. A QCD:
- Counts toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) for those 73 and older.
- Can lower your taxable income since QCDs are excluded from adjusted gross income (AGI).
- Is a simple and tax-smart way to make an immediate impact.
Other Benefits of Giving Through Your Retirement Account
- Enduring Impact: Your contribution supports programs that instill character, leadership, and community service in youth across Hawaii and the Pacific.
- Tax Advantages: Donating retirement assets can reduce potential taxes on your estate, allowing you to maximize the impact of your gift.
- Simplicity: Updating your beneficiary designation is straightforward and can be adjusted at any time to reflect your wishes.
