Donor-Advised Funds

Key IssuesDonor-Advised Funds

These charitable giving accounts are popular and effective vehicles that allow donors to support a wide variety of charitable causes. These funds are accessible to all Americans. They provide flexibility for givers to respond to crises quickly and give strategically over the long-term.
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Policy Primer

Donor-Advised Funds: A Powerful, Popular Charitable Giving Tool

Elizabeth McGuigan
Donor-advised funds, or DAFs, are personal charitable giving accounts that allow donors flexibility, accessibility and tax benefits for their charitable contributions. These accounts are hosted by public charities including community foundations, mission-based organizations and national sponsors.

Policy Research & Analysis

    • Research
    • December 1, 2021

    Flawed Study Makes Erroneous Claims About DAFs

    by Elizabeth McGuigan
    • Research
    • June 1, 2021

    What’s in the Ace Act, S.1981/H.R.6595?

    • Blog
    • February 11, 2021

    Donor-Advised Funds are the Fastest Growing Option in Charitable Giving

    by Howard Husock

  • All Americans should be free to give to causes they care about

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