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 in charity, 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.