What is a charitable trust?
A charitable trust in Hawaii is a trust created for charitable purposes, such as relieving poverty, advancing education, or providing medical and health care to those in need. The trust is established by a donor, or settlor, who transfers legal title of their assets to a trustee, who holds and manages the assets for the beneficiary of the trust. The primary advantage of a charitable trust is that the trust assets are exempt from certain taxes. For example, in Hawaii, the income generated by the trust is exempt from state and federal taxes. Additionally, the settlor of the charitable trust can receive tax deductions for their contributions. The trust is also managed according to the settlor’s instructions, ensuring that the funds are being spent in accordance with their wishes. The trust must be run for exclusively charitable purposes, and the assets must remain intact for those purposes. The trust must also be managed in such a way as to ensure that the funds are not misused or misappropriated. Charitable trusts are an important tool for donors who wish to support charitable causes without donating directly. The funds from a charitable trust can have a profound impact on the lives of those in need, and are an important part of Hawaii’s inheritance law.
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