Other Ways to Donate

Your gift helps us bring hope, education, and healthcare to underprivileged children and families.
Give online, by check, or in any way that works for you — every donation makes an impact.
Direct transfers (EFT, Zelle, check) help us save about 5% in fees, making your donation go further.

1. Mail a Check

Make checks payable to Disha Jyoti.

📮 Mail to:
Disha Jyoti

1809 Riverchase DR, #36471

Hoover, AL 35244

2. Zelle® — By Request for Security

Zelle is a fast and convenient way to donate directly from your bank account.
For safety and privacy, we share our Zelle details only upon request.
📩 Contact: info@dishajyoti.org

3. Bank Transfer (EFT) — By Request

Prefer to give via an electronic bank transfer?
We’ll securely provide our routing and account number upon request.
📩 Contact: info@dishajyoti.org

💜 Important for Non‑Online Donations

If you donate by check, Zelle®, or bank transfer (EFT), please email us at info@dishajyoti.org with:

  • Your full name(s) exactly as you’d like it to appear on your tax receipt

  • Your email or mailing address so we can send your IRS‑compliant receipt and thank‑you note

4. Donate from Your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)

By recommending a grant from your DAF to Disha Jyoti, you can make a significant impact on the lives of underprivileged children and families. It's a simple, efficient, and powerful way to put your charitable dollars to work.

The easiest way to give is through our secure DAF portal. Click the button below to get started.

Alternatively, you can log in to your DAF provider's website and recommend a grant using our information below:

  • Organization Name: Disha Jyoti

  • EIN: 33-4048911

5. Give from Your IRA (Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)

If you are 70½ or older, you can make a powerful, tax-free gift directly from your traditional IRA through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD).

A QCD is a simple way to make a significant impact and receive tax benefits, as the gift is not counted as taxable income. It can also satisfy your annual Required Minimum Distribution (RMD).

How to Make an IRA Gift:

  1. Contact your IRA plan administrator to request a Qualified Charitable Distribution.

  2. Instruct them to make the check payable to "Disha Jyoti".

  3. Have the check mailed directly to us at the address below.

📮 Mail to:

Disha Jyoti

1809 Riverchase DR, #36471

Hoover, AL 35244

EIN: 33-4048911

Important Note for Acknowledgement: To ensure we can properly thank you and acknowledge your gift, please ask your IRA administrator to include your full name and address (or email ID) on the check or in an accompanying letter.