Ways to Give

If you’re 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free donation to uFondwa USA directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA). This type of gift, called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), allows you to support tuition-free education at the University of Fondwa while reducing your taxable income.

Benefits of an IRA Gift:

• ✅ Tax-Free Giving – Your donation is excluded from taxable income.
• ✅ Counts Toward Your RMD – If you’re 73 or older, your gift can satisfy all or part of your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD).
• ✅ Maximize Impact – 100% of your gift goes to uFondwa USA, without being reduced by taxes.

How to Make an IRA Gift to uFondwa USA:

1. Contact Your IRA Administrator
   Request a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) to be sent directly to uFondwa USA.
2. Provide uFondwa USA’s Information
   Your IRA custodian will need the following details:
   Legal Name: University of Fondwa USA
   Tax ID (EIN): 20-8625115
   Mailing Address: 3131 Eastside Street, Suite 250 - Houston, TX 77098
3. Specify the Gift Amount
   You can give up to $105,000 per year tax-free through a QCD.
4. Ask Your Custodian to Include Your Name
   IRA distributions often arrive without donor details. To ensure we can properly acknowledge your generosity, please ask your custodian to include your name and contact information with the gift.
5. Let Us Know About Your Gift
   To ensure your gift is used as you intend, please email us at a.galbreath@ufondwa.org when you request the transfer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies to make a QCD?
Anyone 70½ or older with a traditional IRA can donate through a QCD.

Does my QCD count as a charitable deduction?
While QCDs are not tax-deductible, they reduce your taxable income, offering a significant tax benefit.

Can I split my QCD among multiple charities?
Yes! You can distribute your QCD across multiple nonprofits, as long as the total does not exceed $105,000 per year.

Need Assistance?

If you have questions or need help making an IRA gift to uFondwa USA, please contact us at a.galbreath@ufondwa.org

Thank you for your generosity and commitment to empowering Haiti’s future leaders through education!

Did you know your donation to uFondwa USA could be matched dollar for dollar by your employer? Many companies offer matching gift programs, allowing you to increase your impact at no additional cost to you!

How Matching Gifts Work

1. Check if Your Employer Matches Gifts
   Use your company’s HR portal or check with your HR department to see if your employer offers a matching gift program.
2. Make Your Donation to uFondwa USA
   Give online or by mail, and keep your donation receipt—your employer may need it to process the match.
3. Submit a Matching Gift Request
   Most companies allow you to submit a match request online or via a simple paper form. Use the following information:
   Legal Name: University of Fondwa USA
   Tax ID (EIN): 20-8625115
   Mailing Address: 3131 Eastside Street, Suite 250 - Houston, TX 77098
   Contact Email: a.galbreath@ufondwa.org
4. Your Employer Matches Your Gift!
   Once approved, your employer will send a matching donation to uFondwa USA, doubling (or even tripling) your impact.

Why Employer Matching Gifts Matter

• ✔ Amplify Your Support – Your gift goes even further to support tuition-free education in Haiti.
• ✔ Quick & Easy – Most matching gifts are processed in minutes!
• ✔ More Scholarships, More Leaders – Your generosity helps train Haiti’s future leaders at the University of Fondwa.

Need Help?

If you have questions about employer matching gifts, please contact us at a.galbreath@ufondwa.org.

Thank you for making an even bigger difference for Haiti’s future!