What is a Donor-Advised Fund?
A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a type of giving vehicle that allows donors to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants from the fund over time to charities of their choosing. Donor-Advised Funds are administered by public charities such as community foundations or commercial organizations like Crewe Foundation. How […]
5 Tips to Maximize Your Impactful Giving
When it comes to charitable giving, there is certainly no shortage of qualified organizations doing fantastic work. From medical research to feeding hungry children, charitable entities are constantly in need of eligible donations. If you are thinking about the best way to make your giving efforts more impactful, here are a few tips you can […]
Bunching Contributions, a Year-End Charitable Giving Strategy
As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to start thinking about how you want to allocate your charitable giving. There are several different ways to approach year-end giving, and the best strategy for you will depend on your overall financial goals. If you’re looking to maximize the tax benefits of your giving, then […]
Can Donor Advised Funds Give to a Private Foundation?
One of the most exciting benefits of having a donor advised fund (DAF) is making grants to your favorite charities. You can make grants from your DAF to many different charitable organizations. One of the questions that may come up in the process is, “Can donor advised funds make grants to a private foundation?” Generally […]
How Much Charitable Giving is Tax Deductible?
The amount of charitable giving you can deduct each year varies based on the type of gift you make, to what type of charitable organization and your annual adjusted gross income. Income tax deductions made to a public charity, or donor advised fund like with Crewe Foundation, are 60% of adjusted gross income (AGI)if you […]