Altruist
If your account is held with Altruist LLC, the Altruist Client app provides access to your account, tax statements, and trade confirmations. See account information for balances, holdings, activity, and order status.
Download instructions
- Complete the standard app download and install process for your device.
- Open the app. You will be prompted to log in.
- Enter your email address and password.
- If you have trouble logging in with your password, please call us at the office M-F, 9-5, (650) 368-5785, and we will help to reset it.
Check instructions
When funding an account by check, it’s important to follow the instructions outlined below. Doing so helps ensure timely processing and avoids unnecessary delays. If the instructions aren’t followed, the check may be returned to the sender or to the address of record. You should always keep a copy of submitted checks for 7 business days until funds are deposited.
How to write a check
Please make sure each check meets the following criteria:
- Endorsement Requirements: Endorsement is only required when the check is made payable directly to the account holder. If the check is made payable to ALTRUIST FBO Account Holders Name, no endorsement is required.
- Account Holders Name: The name on the check must match the name on your Altruist account.
- Account Number: Always include the full 8-digit Altruist account number on the memo line. Checks without an account number will be returned.
- Contribution Year: If the check is for a qualified retirement account, include the applicable contribution year in the memo line.
- Memo Line Format Examples
Non-retirement: 12345678 – Jordan Lee
Retirement: 12345678 – Jordan Lee – 2024 Contribution
Mailing address
Certified Mail Recommended: To ensure secure delivery and tracking, we recommend sending checks via certified mail.
For regular mail, mail checks to:
Altruist Financial LLC
PO Box 219069
Kansas City, MO 64121-9069
For overnight mail, mail checks to:
Altruist Financial LLC
801 Pennsylvania Ave
Suite 219069
Kansas City, MO 64105-1307
How to make mobile deposits
Open the Altruist mobile app and navigate to the Transfers tab.
Select Deposit
Select By check. Select the destination account.
Note: If depositing into a retirement account, select the Contribution Reason and the Contribution Year.
Enter the deposit amount.
Follow the prompts to allow the app to access your phone’s camera. Then capture the front and back of your check.
Note: Position the check flat against a dark, solid-colored background. Make sure all four corners of the check are visible and the image is in focus.
Review your deposit details on the confirmation screen. When you’re ready to proceed, click Submit.