Non Cash Gifts

Thank you for considering supporting the students through a non-cash gift. Your gift helps students to encounter God through our robust campus ministry, transformative liturgies, and wide access to the Sacraments.

Gifts from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) 

A Simple Gift That Makes a Lasting Impact

If you're 70½ or older, you have a unique opportunity to support Catholic students at ASU while potentially reducing your tax burden. It's called a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD), and it's easier than you might think.

Many friends of ASU Catholic are discovering that giving directly from their IRA is one of the most tax-smart ways to make a difference in the lives of students seeking Christ on campus.

What Is an IRA QCD Gift?

A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) allows you to transfer up to $108,000 per year (2026 limits) directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to ASU Catholic, tax-free. If you are 70 ½ or older, you are eligible to give a gift in this manner.

The gift counts toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) but isn't added to your taxable income. This means you can fulfill your RMD obligation while supporting our campus ministry mission without increasing your tax bill.

Who Can Make a QCD Gift?

You may be eligible if you:

  • Are 70½ years old or older (or will be this year)
  • Have a traditional IRA
  • Want to support ASU Catholic's mission to serve students
  • Are looking for tax-smart ways to give

Why Give Through an IRA QCD?

  1. It Satisfies Your Required Minimum Distribution Your gift counts directly toward your RMD, so you meet IRS requirements while making a meaningful impact.
  2. It Reduces Your Taxable Income Unlike a regular withdrawal, a QCD isn't reported as income, which may help lower your overall tax burden and potentially reduce taxes on Social Security benefits.
  3. It's Simple and Direct Your IRA custodian sends the funds directly to ASU Catholic. No complicated paperwork, no writing checks from your personal account.
  4. It Makes a Powerful Impact Your gift directly funds campus ministry at ASU, supporting student retreats, fellowship, sacramental life, and faith formation that shapes the next generation of Catholic leaders.
  5. You Don't Need to Itemize Even if you take the standard deduction, you still receive the tax benefit of a QCD.

How to Make Your IRA QCD Gift

Making your gift is simpler than you might expect. Here are the steps:

Step 1: Contact Your IRA Custodian Reach out to the financial institution that manages your IRA (such as Fidelity, Vanguard, Schwab, etc.) and let them know you'd like to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution.

Step 2: Provide ASU Catholic's Information Give your custodian our legal name and mailing address for the transfer:

  • Legal Name: All Saints Roman Catholic Newman Center Tempe
  • Address: 230 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281
  • Tax ID: 30-0514126

Step 3: Specify Your Gift Amount Tell your custodian how much you'd like to transfer to ASU Catholic (up to $108,000 for 2026).

Step 4: Request Direct Transfer Make sure the funds are sent directly from your IRA to ASU Catholic. This is essential for the gift to qualify as a QCD.

Step 5: Notify Us   Let us know your gift is coming so we can properly thank you and ensure it's directed according to your wishes. Contact us at development@asucatholic.org

Important: The check must be made payable to All Saints Roman Catholic Newman Center Tempe and come directly from your IRA custodian. You should not receive the distribution personally.

Sample email to your IRA custodian

Subject: Qualified Charitable Distribution from my IRA

Please process a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from my IRA [account #] in the amount of $[amount], payable to: All Saints Roman Catholic Newman Center Tempe, 230 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281

Please include my name and address with the check or electronic notice so the charity can acknowledge the gift. Indicate my fund of choice. I request this be completed in the current tax year. Thank you.   

Gifts from a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)

Send your Donor-Advised Fund provider a grant request and request they send you a confirmation email. Once the request has been approved, the funds will be sent directly to the Newman Center. This can save you time while streamlining the grant request process for a major impact on the students! 

Provide your custodian with:

  1. Legal Name: All Saints Roman Catholic Newman Center Tempe
  2. Tax ID/EIN: 30-0514126
  3. Address: 230 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281
  4. Desired Fund Intention: Annual Fund or Special Fund
  5. Contact: Contact us at development@asucatholic.org