Gifts That Make An Impact Now

You can now initiate a grant recommendation from your donor-advised fund, or DAF, using the link below. Simply start typing in your fund provider name and the system will prompt you through the process.

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You can transfer funds from your IRA directly to Spectrum Health Foundation. This is an effective way to have an immediate impact and ensure our work of improving health care today and for the future in West Michigan. Here’s how it works:

• You must be 70 ½ or older.
• An individual may transfer up to a total of $100,000 per year and a married couple may give up to $200,000.
• Your gift must be transferred directly from the IRA account to Spectrum Health Foundation.
• Your gift is a transfer of funds from your IRA to Spectrum Health Foundation so it does not create taxable income for you and is not considered a charitable tax deduction.
• If you are 72 and older, the transfer of funds counts towards your annual Required Minimum Distribution* from your IRA.

If you’re interested in this popular way to support Spectrum Health Foundation, download a sample letter for your IRA administrator here.

Are you interested in learning more about IRA giving or ready to make a distribution? Click here.

When you give a memorial or tribute gift for Spectrum Health Foundation to honor someone special, you’re expressing your love, admiration, and gratitude in one of the most meaningful ways there is. Your gift will honor your loved one, create a lasting tribute, and create your personal legacy as a champion for health and wellness.

You can use stocks, bonds, and mutual funds that have appreciated in value 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.

A donation of cash is the most direct way to support Spectrum Health Foundation. You benefit from a charitable tax credit while taking positive action to make health care better and more accessible for all. You can make your gift online with our Donate Now form or by sending a check or money order by mail to:

Spectrum Health Foundation

100 Michigan St. NE

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

If you’re sending a check or money order, please let us know if you would like your gift to be used for a specific purpose.