By Jody Dilday, Philanthropic Advisor
Many people are surprised by the wide range of giving options available at the Community Foundation, including donor-advised funds (DAFs). If you already have a DAF with a national financial institution, you can even transfer it here.
Why choose a donor-advised fund at the Community Foundation?
- All the basics you expect: online access, easy grantmaking, consolidated reporting, and tax benefits including bunching strategies.
- Plus what national firms can’t provide:
- Local knowledge and personal guidance from staff who live and work here.
- Deep relationships with nonprofits across the region.
- Tailored advice and opportunities to collaborate with others who share your interests.
- Administrative fees that directly support local philanthropy.
October 9 is National DAF Day 2025—a chance to celebrate the impact of donor-advised funds everywhere. If you haven’t set one up yet, we’d love to help. And don’t forget, you can always add to your fund. At the Community Foundation, your fund will be managed with care, rooted in community knowledge, and focused on achieving the impact you envision—today and for generations to come.