Donor Advised Funds
Flexible Giving with Lasting Impact
A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) through the Catholic Community Foundation allows you to simplify your charitable giving while maximizing your impact. Rooted in faith and aligned with Catholic teachings, a DAF provides flexibility and convenience, allowing you to support the causes you care about now and in the future.
What is a Donor-Advised Fund?
A Donor-Advised Fund is a charitable giving account designed to make philanthropy simple and impactful. You contribute to your fund, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to your favorite Catholic organizations, parishes, schools, or other nonprofits over time.
*No-Fee Donor Advised Funds have no gains, losses, or fees applied to them. Fees are reduced on funds over $500,000. There is a minimum administrative fee of $500.
**Beginning July 1, 2022, No Fee Donor-Advised fund holders will be required to maintain an average annual balance of $10,000. If the minimum balance is not maintained, the minimum account fee will be assessed, as described above.
Who Can Benefit from a Donor-Advised Fund?
Individuals and Families
Streamline charitable giving and engage your family in philanthropy.
Catholic Donors
Support organizations and causes that reflect your faith and values.
Benefits of a Donor-Advised Fund
Faith-Based Alignment
Ensure your contributions are invested in accordance with Catholic values and social teachings.
Simplified Giving
Consolidate your charitable donations into one account, streamlining your philanthropy.
Tax Efficiency
Receive an immediate tax deduction for your contributions and potentially avoid capital gains taxes on gifts of appreciated assets.
Grant Flexibility
Recommend grants to multiple organizations on your schedule—all at once or over time.
How It Works
Establish Your Fund
Open your DAF with an initial cash, securities, or other assets contribution.
Receive Tax Benefits
Enjoy an immediate tax deduction for your donation.
Recommend Grants
Direct funds to Catholic or other qualifying charities that align with your goals and values at your convenience.
Grow Your Giving
Contributions are invested in faith-aligned strategies, allowing your fund to grow over time.
Why Choose the Catholic Community Foundation?
Trusted Stewardship
With over 40 years of experience, we are a trusted partner for Catholic philanthropy, ensuring your intentions are honored.
Values-Based Investing
Your funds are managed ethically and in alignment with Catholic social teachings.
Community Impact
Your giving directly supports the growth and stability of Catholic schools, parishes, ministries, and other vital programs.