DAF: Donor-Advised Funds

A donor-advised fund, or DAF, is a charitable giving account that allows you to contribute assets, receive a tax deduction, and recommend grants to nonprofits over time.

Establishing a donor-advised fund (DAF) can qualify you for an immediate income tax charitable deduction on your contribution. Assets in your DAF can also grow tax-free over time, increasing the impact you can make. Donating long-term appreciated assets or funds can also help you avoid capital gains taxes on these assets.

Yes. You can choose to recommend a one-time grant to OAA, or you can set up a recurring annual or monthly grant.

Yes. You can name Outreach Aid to the Americas as the beneficiary of your DAF and establish a legacy that effectively mobilizes resources and partners for relief and preparedness, advocacy, and sustainable development.

Donating to Outreach Aid to the Americas through a donor-advised fund (DAF) provides humanitarian assistance, strengthens disaster preparedness, and supports communities working toward resilience and sustainable development across the Americas.

Not only is initiating your grant on this page the fastest and easiest way for you to give, but it also:

• Saves our staff time and money tracking your gift
• Makes us immediately aware that your gift was initiated and allows us to thank you by email if desired
• Helps avoid lost checks, mailing delays, or gifts accidentally being submitted to the wrong organization or campaign

• Simplicity: the donor-advised fund sponsor handles all record-keeping, disbursements, and tax receipts.
• Flexibility: the timing of your tax deduction can be separate from your charitable decision-making.
• Tax-efficiency: contributions are tax-deductible, and any investment growth in the DAF is tax-free. It is also easy to donate long-term appreciated securities, eliminating capital gains taxes.
• Family legacy: a DAF is a powerful way to build or continue a tradition of family philanthropy.