As 2024 comes to a close, there are many impactful ways to support EFN in fighting food insecurity. Here are a few options to consider:

1. Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
   If you’re 70½ or older, you can distribute up to $100,000 annually from your IRA (or $200,000 for married couples) directly to nonprofits like EFN—without it being considered taxable income.

2. Donor-Advised Fund Gift
   Recommending a year-end gift through your donor-advised fund is an easy way to help neighbors in need.

3. Donate Stocks, Bonds, or Mutual Funds
   A gift of appreciated securities allows you to avoid capital gains taxes while receiving a charitable tax deduction.

4. Employer Matching Gifts
   Many employers match charitable contributions—doubling or even tripling your impact.

Take the Next Step to Fight Hunger:

Your financial advisor can guide you in choosing the giving option that works best for you. Here’s the information your advisor or IRA administrator might need:

• Legal Name: Emergency Food Network of Tacoma and Pierce County

• Address: 3318 92nd St South, Lakewood, WA 98499

• Federal Tax ID: 94-3131776

Ready to Make an Impact?

Learn more about ways to support EFN by contacting Claire Aijian at Claire@efoodnet.org or 253.584.1040.

Thank you for being a vital part of our mission to end hunger! Together, we can create a brighter future for our community.