Open Heart Kitchen is committed to ending hunger in the Tri-Valley. We are also committed to ensuring your generosity is as effective - and tax-savvy - as possible. Since 1995, Open Heart Kitchen has supported our most vulnerable neighbors in Dublin, Pleasanton, and Livermore. Donating to Open Heart Kitchen is one of the most effective ways to make a positive difference in our Tri-Valley community.

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  IRA Charitable Gifts  

If you’re 70½ or older, you can contribute up to $108,000 directly from your IRA to a qualified charity - like Open Heart Kitchen - without paying income tax. Known as the Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) or IRA charitable rollover, this gift:

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• Satisfies some or all of your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD).

• Reduces adjusted gross income (AGI), potentially lowering Medicare premiums or taxable Social Security income.

• Does not count as taxable income, yet still supports our mission today.

 

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  Why IRA Giving Is a Good Idea  

• Tax flexibility: QCDs don’t require itemizing to reap tax advantages

• High value today: $108,000 per person in 2025

• Immediate impact: Your gift goes straight to feeding our neighbors

 

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  Your Next Steps  

• Use your QCD before year-end to maximize tax efficiency while supporting Open Heart Kitchen’s programs.

• Explore other means like:

  • Recommending a grant from your donor-advised fund (DAF)

  • Consider giving appreciated securities, which provide double tax benefits.

• Consider how a QCD can now amplify your impact.

 

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The IRA charitable rollover continues to offer a powerful way to support our neighbors at a time when tax-smart giving matters more than ever. Thank you for considering a gift that not only feeds but also empowers. 

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Open Heart Kitchen does not provide financial, legal, or tax advice.

Please consult your professional advisor to determine how a gift may impact your individual situation.

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Information for QCD donations:

Name: Open Heart Kitchen

Mailing Address: 1141 Catalina Dr #137, Livermore, CA 94550

EIN: 94-3396038