The charitable choice of millions, Donor Advised Funds are the fastest-growing charitable vehicle in the United States. For good reason – you can create one in as fast as two hours and receive the maximum tax benefit permitted by the IRS. A single gift to the Foundation can establish a fund ($10,000 is the recommended minimum) and allows donors to maintain a hands-on and flexible approach to charitable giving.

donor advised fund Details

• Make a gift to the Foundation: you can give cash, appreciated stocks, real estate or other assets.
• We set up a special fund in your name, in the name of your family or business, or in honor of any person or organization you choose.
• You receive tax benefits in the year your gift is made.
• You recommend uses for the fund working with our professional program staff to support the causes and organizations you care about most.
• Your recommendations are presented to the Foundation’s Board of Directors for approval.
• We handle all of the administrative details and issue grants to charities in the name of the fund you establish (if you prefer, grants can be made anonymously). 
• Your gift can be placed into an endowment that is invested over time. Earnings from your fund are used to make grants that benefit your community. Your gift and all future earnings from your gift is a permanent source of community capital, helping to do good work forever.

For information about Foundation administrative fees, click here.

Read through our Donor Advised Handbook

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