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Donate to Lions<\/h1>\n

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Donating to The Reston Lions Club Goes A long Way to Help Serve the Community!<\/h2>\n

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Help us support local charities through your generous donations.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Donating to the Reston Lions Club offers a multitude of benefits, not just for the community but also for the donors themselves. As a nonprofit organization, the Reston Lions Club relies heavily on donations to support its charitable activities, which have a direct and positive impact on the local community.<\/p>\n

One of the key benefits of donating to the Reston Lions Club is the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those in need. The club’s charitable efforts span a wide range of causes, including sight conservation, providing eyeglasses and eye surgeries to those who cannot afford them, supporting local schools and youth programs, aiding seniors and the disabled, and responding to natural disasters. By donating, individuals can contribute to these important causes and help improve the lives of others in their community.<\/p>\n

In addition to the satisfaction of making a difference, donating to the Reston Lions Club can also have personal benefits for donors. Giving to charity has been shown to improve overall well-being and happiness. Knowing that their donation is making a positive impact can give donors a sense of purpose and fulfillment.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, donating to the Reston Lions Club can also have practical benefits. Donations to nonprofit organizations like the Lions Club are typically tax-deductible, meaning that donors can reduce their taxable income by the amount of their donation. This can result in significant tax savings for donors, especially for larger donations.<\/p>\n

Donating to the Reston Lions Club can also provide donors with opportunities for networking and socializing. The club regularly holds events and fundraisers where donors can meet other like-minded individuals and community leaders. This can lead to new friendships and business connections, as well as a sense of camaraderie and belonging.<\/p>\n

Overall, donating to the Reston Lions Club is a rewarding experience that offers a wide range of benefits. From making a positive impact in the community to improving personal well-being and social connections, donating to the Reston Lions Club is a meaningful way to give back and support important causes.<\/p>\n

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The following analysis should not be considered as tax advice. Please consult your tax advisor for the approach that is suitable for your circumstances.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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About Donating<\/h3>\n

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Donations enable Reston Lions Charities, Inc. to assist members of our community through other organizations that deal directly with individuals who have\u00a0Vision, Hunger, Hearing, Diabetes, or Childhood Cancer needs. Your support makes a difference in their lives and makes our communities stronger.<\/p>\n

\u200b<\/span><\/span>Online donations (click on the button below) or checks in any amount from individuals, businesses, or groups are greatly appreciated. We are a tax exempt 501c(3) organization and\u00a0donations to Reston Lions Charities, Inc. are tax deductible.<\/p>\n

\u200b<\/span><\/span><\/strong>Checks may be mailed to:<\/strong>
Reston Lions Charities, Inc..<\/span><\/p>\n

11902 Winstead Lane<\/span><\/p>\n

Reston, VA 20194<\/span><\/p>\n

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Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)*<\/span><\/h3>\n

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A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is a direct transfer of funds from your IRA custodian, payable to a qualified charity, like FISH. QCDs can be counted toward satisfying your required minimum distributions (RMDs) for the year, as long as certain rules are met.<\/p>\n

\u200b<\/span>In addition to the benefits of giving to a charity, a QCD excludes the amount donated from taxable income, which is unlike regular withdrawals from an IRA. The effect on\u00a0one\u2019s tax liability is essentially the same as what results from itemizing the charitable deduction.<\/p>\n

Keeping your taxable income lower also may have\u00a0<\/span>other beneficial tax effects<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/a>related to taxation of Social Security income and phasing out of certain other tax-saving provisions.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Charitable Giving & the New Tax Laws<\/h3>\n

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The new federal tax law that takes effect with the 2018 tax year has implications for charitable giving. Taxpayers who itemize deductions rather than take the standard deduction have for many years been able to include charitable gifts among the things that they itemize, which reduces their tax liability. The new law continues that provision. The difference is that many people who previously itemized deductions will now find it more advantageous to take the standard deduction because the size of the deduction has been doubled; for a couple, it increases from $12,000 to $24,000. For those people who previously itemized but now take the standard deduction, charitable giving will no longer result in a reduction in their federal tax liability.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\u200b<\/span>However, for people who are over age 70 1\/2 and have a Required Minimum Distribution to be paid from their IRAs or other taxable retirement account, there is a way to give to charities and reduce their tax liability even if they do not itemize deductions; they may also put themselves in a lower tax bracket as well (and, as a result, realize other tax benefits). This is done using what is called a Qualified Charitable Distribution.<\/p>\n

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How do I know if I can make a QCD to Reston Lions Charities?<\/h3>\n

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While many IRAs are eligible for QCDs, there are requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n