Due to tax laws that are changing in 2026, now is a good time to review the upcoming changes below and consider how they might affect your donations to Founding Forward in 2025
Starting with the 2026 tax year, you will need to give at least 0.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) to claim a charitable deduction.
What it means for you: Consider maximizing your giving in 2025 before this new threshold takes effect.
Currently, top earners get a 37-cent tax benefit for every dollar deducted. Starting in 2026, that drops to 35 cents.
What it means for you: If you are in the highest tax bracket, consider giving more this year for greater tax savings.
Starting with the 2026 tax year, you will need to give at least 0.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) to claim a charitable deduction.
What it means for you: This increase may offer added relief for those in high-tax states and could influence how you plan your charitable giving and overall tax strategy in the years ahead.
For 2025, the deduction will be $15,750 for single filers and $31,500 for married couples filing jointly. If you are 65 or older, you may qualify for a bonus deduction of up to $6,000, although it begins to phase out at higher income levels.
What it means for you: Even if you don’t itemize, you may still benefit if you give appreciated stock, real estate or, if you are 70½ or older, from your IRA.
You can still deduct cash gifts of up to 60% of your AGI.
What it means for you: Consider a blended gift strategy that combines cash and non-cash assets to maximize your tax benefits as well as your impact.
Support Founding Forward with a cash gift via check or online. Your gift may qualify for a federal income tax charitable deduction. Unsure of whether your gift is tax-deductible? Contact your financial advisor or tax consultant.
Important note: If sending by mail, your envelope must be postmarked by the U.S. Postal Service on or before Dec. 31 for your donation to qualify this year.
Donating appreciated stock that you have owned for longer than one year allows you to qualify for an income tax deduction and eliminate any tax on the appreciation.
Important note: If the stock is electronically transferred to us, the gift date is the day the stock enters our account, not the date you ask your broker to make the transfer.
If you are ready to make an impact in 2025 with your DAF, consider recommending a grant (or recurring grants) to support Founding Forward.
Important note: You qualify for an income tax deduction only when you contribute funds to an existing DAF. Through your grant recommendation, however, you get the satisfaction of making a difference for Founding Forward before the year ends.
If you are 70½ or older, you can give any amount up to $108,000 from your IRA directly to Founding Forward. You will not pay income taxes on the transfer. This gift can also count toward your required minimum distributions.
Important note: Your IRA administrator must transfer the funds by Dec. 31. If you have check-writing features on your IRA, your check must clear your account by Dec. 31 to count toward your required minimum distribution for the calendar year.
The information contained herein on this page was accurate at the time of posting. The information on this website is not intended as legal or tax advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor. Figures cited in any examples are for illustrative purposes only. References to tax rates include federal taxes only and are subject to change. State law may further impact your individual results.
Founding Forward’s work and mission is made possible through voluntary contributions. We need your support to ensure a future rooted in liberty. Please join our efforts to uphold our democratic system of government with your tax-deductible contribution.
