Learn more about giving to the Food Bank with your IRA.

The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is committed to ending hunger in Los Angeles County and ensuring your generosity is as effective—and tax-savvy—as possible. With 96% of all proceeds going directly to programs, giving to the Food Bank is one of the most effective ways to make a positive difference in your community.

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 the Food Bank—without paying income tax. Known as the Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) or IRA charitable rollover, this gift:

• 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.

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

Your Next Steps

• Use your QCD before year-end to maximize tax efficiency while supporting Food Bank 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.

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. Contact our Planned Giving Director, Debra Beadle, for more information. 

The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank does not provide financial, legal, or tax advice. Please consult your professional advisor to determine how a gift may impact your individual situation.