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Giving with Qualified Charitable Distributions
Many people are increasingly choosing to give cash assets in novel ways, so they can have a bigger impact at less cost to them.
What is a QCD?
A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) allows individuals aged 70½ or older to donate directly from their IRA to a qualified nonprofit — like the Florida Native Plant Society — without counting the distribution as taxable income. It’s a tax-smart way to meet your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) while supporting a cause close to your heart.
Step-by-Step Guide for Making a QCD Donation Today
1
Contact
Let your IRA administrator know you want to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution to the Florida Native Plant Society, Inc.
2
Inform
Give your custodian FNPS’s legal name, EIN, and mailing address for proper processing.
3
Confirm
Once your gift is sent, notify us and we will inform you once it has been received.
4
Celebrate
We share our deepest gratitude for your contribution to help us on our mission!
Benefits
Tax Advantages
QCDs can reduce your taxable income — even if you don’t itemize deductions — helping you meet your RMD without increasing your tax burden.
Direct Support
Your gift goes straight to work protecting Florida’s native plants and habitats.
Simple & Impactful
A straightforward way to make a lasting difference for conservation while enjoying financial benefits.
How to Give Today
Reach out to your IRA administrator know you want to make a contribution to the FNPS.
Legal Name:
Florida Native Plant Society, Inc.
Tax ID#:
59-2676375
Address:
PO Box 5007
Gainesville, FL 32627
Then contact us and let us know you are making this generous gift for Florida native plants!
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FAQ - Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCD)
Q: Who can make a QCD?
Anyone aged 70½ or older with a traditional IRA can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution directly to a nonprofit.
Q: Is a QCD tax-deductible?
QCDs are excluded from taxable income, which can lower your overall tax bill — even if you don’t itemize deductions.
Q: How much can I give through a QCD?
You can donate up to $100,000 per year per individual, or $200,000 for married couples (if both spouses qualify).
Q: Can a QCD count toward my Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)?
Yes! A QCD can fully or partially satisfy your RMD for the year.
Q: Is my donation anonymous?
If you wish, yes. Contact us and let us know you choose to make your gift anonymous.
Q: How will my QCD donation support FNPS?
Your QCD donation directly fuels FNPS's mission to protect native plants and natural habitats through conservation, education, and advocacy. Your gift helps fund impactful programs, expand outreach, and safeguard the future of the places and species you care about — making your generosity last well beyond today.
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Disclaimer: Estate and financial planning may implicate both state and federal laws, and estate planning needs will differ based on personal circumstance and applicable law. The Florida Native Plant Society is not a law firm and its services are not substitutes for an attorney’s advice. The information here is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be construed as providing legal or tax advice. This information is general in nature and is not intended to serve as the primary or sole basis for investment or tax-planning decisions.
