03/11/2025
It’s Make a Difference Monday! Bellagio’s still thinking deeply about how you can make the most of your giving as we come to the end of the year — and help even more cats at Whiskers.
🧡 Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are one of the easiest and most tax-efficient ways to support Whiskers. A DAF is a charitable account that you open through a financial institution — such as Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, or your local community foundation. You contribute cash, stocks, or other assets to your DAF, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants to Whiskers whenever you choose. It’s an easy way to plan your giving and make a lasting impact for cats in need.
🧡 Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) are another powerful way to give — especially for supporters age 70½ or older. With a QCD, you can donate directly from your IRA to Whiskers, up to $100,000 per year, without counting the gift as taxable income. It’s a smart way to meet your required minimum distribution while helping provide food, shelter, and medical care for cats.
IRS info: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/seniors-can-reduce-their-tax-burden-by-donating-to-charity-through-their-ira
🧡 By including Whiskers in your estate planning, you can provide essential needs like food, shelter, and medical care to cats for years to come. There are various ways to establish a planned gift, such as:
• Bequests in Your Will — designate a specific amount or percentage of your estate to Whiskers
• Living Trusts — include Whiskers as a beneficiary in your trust arrangements
• Life Insurance Policies — name Whiskers as a beneficiary to extend your support beyond your lifetime
For more ways to give, please visit: https://ewhiskers.com/planned_giving
Always talk with your financial advisor or tax professional to determine what works best for your situation.
