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If you’re age 70½ or older  and hold a traditional IRA , a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)  can be one of the most tax-efficient ways to give. Unlike a standard charitable donation, a QCD allows you to give directly from your IRA to a qualified nonprofit without increasing your taxable income —a distinction that can have meaningful downstream benefits. Here’s how QCDs work, and why they matter. What Is a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)? A Qualified Charitable

If you pay U.S. taxes and hold investments—especially those with significant capital gains—a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)  can be one of the most tax-efficient ways to give. For many donors, a DAF doesn’t just simplify charitable giving—it meaningfully reduces tax liability  while allowing greater flexibility in when and how funds are distributed. Here’s how it works, and why it can be such a powerful tool. What Is a Donor-Advised Fund? A Donor-Advised Fund is a charitable giving