A donor-advised fund, or DAF, is a simple and powerful way to manage your philanthropy. Think of it as your personal Tzedakah box – a tax-advantaged account dedicated to charitable giving. With a DAF, you can easily support your favorite nonprofits, manage all your donations from one secure online portal, maximize tax benefits, involve your family with a L’dor Vador fund, and ensure your dollars align with Jewish values.
Wondering if a donor-advised fund is right for you? Give us a call at 404-436-0089 or email tbaruch@jewishatlanta.org. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
DAF OVERVIEW
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How it works:
- Open your fund with a minimum contribution of $2500 (or $1000 for donors under age 30). Easily fund your DAF with credit card, ACH/wire, check, stock transfer, or illiquid gifts (real estate, appreciated stock, LLC, etc.)
- Receive an immediate tax deduction for your contribution. The more you give – the more you get!
- Grow your funds by investing in one of our expertly managed, Jewish-values aligned portfolios.
- Give to your favorite nonprofits – on your own timeline. You can recommend unlimited grants of $100 or more to any 501(c)(3) in the U.S.
- Use our secure online portal to easily manage your fund and browse charities based on your interests.
- Contribute more to your DAF at any time. All contributions to your fund are tax-deductible, and tax receipts are available immediately.
Reasons to Open A Donor-Advised Fund:
- Convenience
- All of your giving, all in one place
- Unlimited number of grants
- For no additional charge, you can donate $100 or more to any charity
- A great way to engage the whole family
- Since there is no limit to giving, a donor-advised fund (DAF) is an easy way to involve the next generation in giving.
- A DAF can also be the first step toward building your permanent legacy.
- Maximized tax benefits
- Since you give when you want to give rather than when a charity asks, you can manage giving to receive an immediate fair-market-value tax deduction.
- Excellent service
- 24/7 online access, modest cost, and personalized service make a DAF a simple and fulfilling way to be philanthropic.