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$251 Billion
Total assets in DAFs, already committed to giving
Mitch Stein
9 min read
Why is DAF data so complicated? And, what can we do about it?
DAF giving has become a critical revenue stream for nonprofits, while also creating significant headaches for donor database management...
Mitch Stein
Mar 41 min read
A Donor's Guide to DAFs
Download Our One-Pager - A Donor's Guide to DAFs
Mitch Stein
Dec 12, 20249 min read
Defining digital DAF strategy – and how to implement one
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) have rapidly become a critical segment of philanthropy and opportunity for nonprofit fundraisers...
Mitch Stein
Dec 6, 20249 min read
Why is DAF data so complicated? And, what can we do about it?
DAF giving has become a critical revenue stream for nonprofits, while also creating significant headaches for donor database management...
Mitch Stein
Dec 4, 20241 min read
Introducing Chariot’s Directory of all DAF Providers
Collecting and organizing DAF data is a rapidly growing challenge for nonprofits. Managing DAF donations requires nonprofits to...
Mitch Stein
Nov 25, 20241 min read
DAF Gift Acceptance Policy
Download our Gift Acceptance Policy - a legal template your nonprofit can use to guide your approach to DAF gifts.
Mitch Stein
Oct 9, 20249 min read
Get your own Donor Advised Fund (DAF)!
You may have heard how DAFs are a smart choice for active donors. You may not have heard how easy it can be to set one up for yourself!
Mitch Stein
Aug 30, 20248 min read
The Future of Fundraising: 10 Ways DAFs Are Taking Individual Giving to New Heights
As DAFs gain popularity, nonprofit organizations of all sizes are looking for direction on the best way to engage with this fast growing too
Mitch Stein
Aug 12, 20248 min read
Donor Advised Funds 101: Donor Benefits, DAF Myths & How Nonprofits can Spark DAF Giving
While donor advised funds (DAFs) have long been a mystery to the public, their impact is just too powerful to ignore. Research from The...
Drew Schneider
Mar 21, 20245 min read
Who uses a DAF?
This article answers key questions on DAF donor behavior, demographics and trends based on the latest industry research. As of the end of...
Mitch Stein
Mar 13, 20245 min read
So… What is a DAF? Donor Advised Funds 101 for Fundraisers
This DAF 101 breaks down the key details on what a DAF is, how a DAF works and where DAFs come from. This article covers: DAF definitions...
Drew Schneider
Nov 26, 20235 min read
Is a Donor Advised Fund right for me?
DAFs are a powerful tool for more engaged & impactful philanthropy. Learn how they work, who they are for and where to get started if you...
Drew Schneider
Sep 26, 20231 min read
Pop Quiz! Think You Know DAFs?
Nonprofit fundraisers are hearing more and more about DAFs these days, but most people in the industry have a few questions about how...
Drew Schneider
Jun 8, 20235 min read
DAFs 101: What Are They, Why Do They Matter & Who Uses Them?
Get to know the basics of donor advised funds with our DAFs 101. This is a sneak peek of our Maximizing Donor-Advised Fund Giving Toolkit.
Drew Schneider
Jun 6, 20233 min read
Demystifying DAFs: Busting 5 Common Myths and Misconceptions
You might think you know Donor-advised Funds, but let’s make sure we’ve got the facts straight.
Drew Schneider
May 15, 20233 min read
What is a DAF?
A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a specialized financial account designed for charitable giving.
Drew Schneider
Jan 19, 20235 min read
The Nonprofit's Guide to Donor Advised Funds
Source: Anna Bean, Givebutter Discover everything you need to know about donor-advised funds, including how they work, what benefits they...
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