Donor Advised Funds
Learn about the advantages of charitable giving through donor-advised funds as well the latest news and analysis individual DAFs and the increasingly popular philanthropic strategy they represent.
Fidelity Charitable Donors Step Up Funding for COVID-19 Relief
By Bernice NapachEarly last month the DAF challenged donors to double their charitable donations targeting pandemic relief.
April 08, 2020
Fidelity Charitable Challenges Its Donors to Give MoreThe DAF wants donors to double their grants in a month in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
February 14, 2020
National Philanthropic Trust Grants Surged by 62% in 2019The firm's donor-advised fund account holders recommended $1.7 billion in grants.
February 12, 2020
Top 5 Mega-Donors to Charity in 2019These donors each gave away $1 billion or more, according to The Chronicle of Philanthropy.
February 04, 2020
Nonprofits Weigh In on Pros and Cons of Donor-Advised FundsDAFs are growing in popularity, but they have some vocal critics.
December 23, 2019
Philanthropy 2020: Looking Backward to Go ForwardAlthough charitable giving remains strong, tax efficiencies might be key.
November 11, 2019
Philanthropies Doubled Their Disaster-Related Funding in 2017U.S. organizations shelled out $500 million for the costliest year for natural disasters on record.
October 30, 2019
Why Clients Decide to Donate Publicly or AnonymouslyThere are good reasons for either, and the choice should not be made lightly.