Give Through a Donor Advised Fund (DAF)

What is a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)

A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a charitable giving account that allows you to make a contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to your favorite nonprofits and causes. DAFs also offer flexibility and the opportunity to grow your charitable resources over time. DAFs can help you be more intentional, strategic, and effective with your philanthropy. They are a great way to make a one-time contribution or build a lasting charitable legacy to support causes that matter to you.

There are over 1,500 DAF providers in the US to choose from. DAFs are 501(c)(3) accounts administered by investment firms like Vanguard, Fidelity, or Charles Schwab, as well as community foundations and independent charities. Contributions to a DAF are immediately tax-deductible, and donors can recommend grants to causes close to their hearts, like the UFW Foundation.

Increase Your Impact with a DAF

In recent years, Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) have become more popular because they increase donor giving capacity and streamline charitable giving. Many donors find DAFs to be a powerful tool for thoughtful giving. They allow individuals to bundle multiple years’ worth of charitable donations into one tax year, which can help maximize deductions when tax rates are higher, while still distributing gifts over time. Investment income in the fund grows tax-free, enabling you to achieve even greater charitable impact. Plus, there are no deadlines for when grants must be made.

Another significant advantage is the ability to donate appreciated securities, such as stocks. By contributing these assets directly to a DAF, you can avoid capital gains taxes while deducting the full market value of the gift, a win-win for you and the causes you care about.

Make Your Gift Through Your DAF Sponsoring Organization

At UFW Foundation, we accept donations made through DAFs, as well as direct gifts of cash or appreciated securities.

If you already have a DAF, recommending a grant to the UFW Foundation is easy:

To give through a Donor-Advised Fund, search for our name (UFW Foundation), address (P.O. Box 23400, Los Angeles, CA 90023), or search by our 501(c)(3) Tax ID: 95-2703575 at your sponsoring organization.

To ensure proper acknowledgment of your generous gift, please provide your name (and/or fund name) and mailing address.

Complete Your Gift Recommendation Online

You can also recommend the UFW Foundation for a donation through our website using DAFpay, which enables you to give from nearly any Donor-Advised Fund account. On our donation form, enter your gift amount and select DAFpay. Then choose your DAF provider, log in, and submit your request.

Learn More

To learn more about DAFs and giving to the UFW Foundation, please email Maricruz Nocelotl at [email protected]. If you are considering establishing a DAF, please consult with your financial or tax advisor.