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Tax-Smart Gifts
Don’t Have a Will or Trust?
Gifts for the Future
Gifts That Pay You Back
Donor-Advised Funds

Tax-Smart Gifts: IRA Charitable Rollovers & Retirement Plans

By naming FARM STEW as a beneficiary of your retirement account, you can direct tax-efficient gifts toward helping us grow our mission. Retirement assets like IRAs or 401(k)s offer a powerful opportunity to fund transformative projects and avoid burdensome taxes.
Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Gifts
If you're 72 or older, you can use your required minimum distribution (RMD) to make a tax-free gift to FARM STEW through an IRA charitable rollover. This allows you to reduce your taxable income while directly supporting families in need worldwide.
How It Works
  • You designate FARM STEW as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or other retirement plan.
  • Your assets are transferred tax-free to support our life-changing work, maximizing the impact of your gift
Benefits
  • Avoid tax penalties and direct funds to a cause you believe in.
  • No need to alter your will—just update your beneficiary forms.
  • Your gift helps FARM STEW continue its work for years to come.
How to Make It Happen
Contact your retirement plan administrator to update your beneficiary designation, and notify us so we can ensure your wishes are honored.

Don't have a Will or Trust? Begin with FARM STEW

If you don’t yet have a will or estate plan, now is the perfect time to start planning for the future. By creating a will, you can ensure that your values are reflected in the legacy you leave behind, supporting your loved ones and the causes closest to your heart.
Why it's important
  • Ensure your loved ones and favorite charities are provided for.
  • Build a legacy that reflects your faith and values, supporting FARM STEW’s life-changing work.
  • It’s easier than you think to start planning for the future!
Next steps
  • Contact an estate planning attorney to help create a will or trust.
  • Need guidance? Reach out to our volunteer legacy advisor Patti McKenny, J.D. at plm@plmckenneylaw.com or 616.204.0668.
Why consider a planned gift?
Planned gifts let you make a significant impact in the future without any cost today. Many people choose to designate these gifts in their will or trust. If you haven’t set up a will or trust yet, don’t worry — you can create one for free through our partnership with the Western Adventist Foundation. The process is simple and takes about 20 minutes to complete. Call Jim Brown at 480.766.9897‬ for more information.

Gifts for the Future: Bequests & Wills

A bequest in your will or trust is a simple and powerful way to include FARM STEW in your long-term plans. It allows you to build our work into your legacy and contribute to future generations’ success.
How It Works
  • Include FARM STEW in your will or living trust.
  • You can give a specific amount, a percentage, or what remains after your loved ones are cared for.
  • Your estate may receive potential tax benefits, and you can adjust your plans as life changes.
Next Steps
  • If you already have a will, simply add a clause to include FARM STEW.
  • Need help? Contact Patti McKenny, J.D., our volunteer legacy advisor at plm@plmckenneylaw.com or 616-204-0668 for guidance.

Gifts That Pay You Back: Charitable Gift Annuities

A Charitable Gift Annuity allows you to support FARM STEW while receiving income for life. This is an opportunity to make an impact while enjoying financial security and giving back to the causes that matter most to you.
How It Works
  • You donate cash, securities, or other assets to FARM STEW through a Charitable Gift Annuity.
  • You will receive guaranteed fixed annual payments for as long as you live.
  • The remaining funds pass to FARM STEW when the contract ends, creating a lasting and meaningful impact for generations to come.
Benefits
  • You may qualify for an immediate tax deduction on a portion of your contribution.
  • Annuity payments are partially tax-free, making them more valuable than fully taxable income of the same size.
  • Guaranteed lifetime payments for you or a loved one.
Get Started
To explore setting up a Charitable Gift Annuity with FARM STEW, contact Fidelity Charitable at 800-952-4438 or the Western Adventist Foundation at 602-220-0042.

Donor-Advised Funds: Giving with Flexibility

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are a flexible, tax-efficient way to support FARM STEW. You can make contributions, receive an immediate tax benefit, and recommend grants over time—all while ensuring your generosity continues to make a difference.
How It Works
  • Open a Donor-Advised Fund through institutions like Fidelity Charitable or the Western Adventist Foundation.
  • Make contributions with cash, stock, or other assets.
  • Receive an immediate tax deduction and recommend grants to FARM STEW when it suits your giving plans.
Get Started
To learn more about Donor-Advised Funds, contact Fidelity Charitable at 800-952-4438 or the Western Adventist Foundation at 602-220-0042.
More Questions or Information
Contact us at info@farmstew.org or by calling us at 815-200-4925.
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We are committed to financial integrity

At FARM STEW, we prioritize transparency and accountability. Each year, we undergo a rigorous audit process and have consistently earned clean audits. We are committed to using your contributions responsibly and invite you to review our financial statements, tax returns, and ratings.

We are proud to have received the highest ratings from GuideStar and Charity Navigator, independent endorsements of our financial integrity.

Our small, dedicated team diligently ensures that every dollar you give is maximized for impact, supporting families and communities in need, helping them help themselves.

Your trust is our greatest asset. We aim to earn and preserve it.

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