Donor Advised Fund
Harness the Giving Power of a Private Foundation
A donor advised fund (DAF), which is like a charitable savings account, gives you the flexibility to recommend how much and how often money is granted to Presbyterian Homes & Services and other charities.
You transfer cash or other assets to a tax-exempt sponsoring organization such as a public foundation. You can then recommend—but not direct—how much and how often money is granted. In addition, you avoid the cost and complexities of managing a private foundation.
In return, you qualify for a federal income tax charitable deduction at the time you contribute to the account. This also allows for a centralized giving and record-keeping system in one location.
An Example of How It Works
John and Mary want to give back to their hometown by putting their money where it will do the most good. They establish a $25,000 donor advised fund with an investment company.
The couple receives a federal income tax charitable deduction for the amount of the gift. They also get all the time they need to decide which charities to support.
After researching community needs, John and Mary recommend grants for PHS (which they've supported for years) and the Animal Rescue League. The investment company presents the charities with checks from the Megan Fund, which John and Mary named in honor of their daughter. John and Mary are delighted to start this personal legacy of giving.
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