You can transfer funds from your IRA directly to The National World War II Museum. This is an effective way to have an immediate impact and ensure our work of informing and inspiring through the lessons of WWII continues. Here’s how it works:

• You must be 70 ½ or older.
• An individual may transfer up to a total of $108,000 per year, and a married couple may give up to $216,000.
• Your gift must be transferred directly from the IRA account to The National World War II Museum.
• Your gift is a transfer of funds from your IRA to The National World War II Museum, so it does not create taxable income for you and is not considered a charitable tax deduction.
• If you are 73 or older, the transfer of funds counts towards your annual Required Minimum Distribution* from your IRA.
• A couple with a joint IRA may take a one-time QCD up to $108,000 to fund a charitable gift annuity (CGA) or charitable remainder trust (CRT).

If you’re interested in this popular way to support The National World War II Museum, download a sample letter for your IRA administrator here.

You can use stocks, bonds, and mutual funds that have appreciated to support our shared vision. You may receive a charitable income tax deduction for the full market value of the stock (up to a maximum of 30% of your adjusted gross income) and avoid paying the capital gains tax on any increase in the value of the stock.

The Museum will consider gifts of tangible personal property, including artwork, jewelry, or other assets. Gifts like these are tax-deductible in the same manner as cash gifts. You can also attach conditions to the gift, such as the provision that the recipient must live in the property during their lifetime.

When you give a memorial or tribute gift to The National World War II Museum to honor someone special, you’re expressing your love, admiration, and gratitude in one of the most meaningful ways possible. Your gift will honor your loved one, create a lasting tribute, and teach about WWII for years to come.

You may want to honor that person through a planned gift from your estate. If you wish to make an outright gift, please use this Tribute Gift Form to share details with us.