You count on Wisconsin Public Radio for independent journalism, thought-provoking discussions, world-class music and quality entertainment. Member support is the largest source of funding for this essential service. Thank you for considering a gift from your IRA today!
To initiate a gift from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA):
- Contact your IRA plan administrator or financial advisor to request that they make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA to WPR. Your gift can be cash or stock, up to $100,000.
- Tell them WPR’s Federal Tax ID: 23-7363536
- Ask them to include your name and contact information with the gift.
- If you’re gifting cash (ie, a check), have them mail it to our lockbox:
Wisconsin Public Radio
PO Box 88025
Milwaukee, WI 53288-8025 - If you’re gifting stock, direct them to transfer it via WPR’s broker:
Baird
The Gehler Luedke Group
Attn: Megan Mitby
8000 Excelsior Drive Suite 302
Madison, WI 53717
608-830-3500Account Name: Wisconsin Public Radio Association, Inc.
Account #: 8748-9258
DTC #: 0547 - To ensure we acknowledge your IRA gift, let WPR know your gift is coming by contacting us at 800-383-9772 or membership@wpr.org. Let us know how much it will be and from what institution so we can identify it when it arrives.
Benefits of giving via IRA:
Your IRA gift does not qualify for a charitable deduction. However, because WPR is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, you still realize significant advantages:
- If you’re 70 ½ years or older, the donation reduces your taxable income.
- The donation counts toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) if you have one.
If you have questions, and to let WPR know your gift is coming, contact us at 800-383- 9772 or membership@wpr.org. Thank you!