Donor Advised Funds (“DAFs”) serve as a bridge between donors' intentions and the realization of their charitable goals. DAFs often operate as charitable foundations offering services to groups of donors with a variety of goals. DAFs sometimes provide a wide variety of services including investment management and gift planning. And, there are over 20,000 donor advised fund accounts in...
What is a DAF? And, what are the benefits of giving to a DAF? At its core, a Donor Advised Fund (“DAF”) serves as a bridge between donors' intentions and the realization of their charitable goals, offering a sophisticated yet accessible means to support causes close to their hearts. However, DAFs are one of the most misunderstood areas of philanthropy....
When it comes to philanthropic giving, individuals and organizations have a variety of avenues to support causes they care about. One increasingly popular option is the use of Donor Advised Funds (“DAFs”). DAFs offer a flexible and efficient way for donors to contribute to charitable causes. However, there are ongoing discussions surrounding the benefits and drawbacks of DAFs. In...
