Ask Terry Questions Using part of my RMD as a charitable deduction

Using part of my RMD as a charitable deduction

By Terry Savage on April 14, 2026 | Wild Card

Can it be a benefit to me tax wise to donate a portion of my RMD to charity? If so, how to accomplish this for the 2026 tax year.

Terry Says

Please read this column:
https://www.terrysavage.com/charity-contributions-from-ira-rmd/

Do not wait until the end of the year when custodians are jammed!

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