Donor Advised Funds
Learn about the advantages of charitable giving through donor-advised funds as well the latest news and analysis individual DAFs and the increasingly popular philanthropic strategy they represent.
January 23, 2024
At Schwab Charitable, Giving Jumped 31% in 2023The firm's account holders granted nearly $1.5 billion during the holiday season alone.
December 20, 2023
Procrastinator's Guide to Year-End Tax Savings, 2023 EditionThese tax-saving moves might seem incredibly simple, but they can add significant value come April.
December 20, 2023
Can You Ace This Charity Quiz?Test your knowledge on how clients can manage RMDs, rebalance portfolios and more while doing good.
November 16, 2023
Donor-Advised Fund Grants Increased by 9% in 2022Charitable organizations took in $52.2 billion from DAF donors, and the number of accounts grew by 2.9%.
October 13, 2023
11 Most Generous Billionaires: Forbes, 2023These members of the new Forbes 400 list have given 20% or more of their fortune to charity.
October 03, 2023
FINRA Fines Former LPL Rep for Faking 30 Clients' SignaturesThe regulator also suspended the former broker for four months.
July 20, 2023
$5B in Giving Shows Rapid Rise of Donor-Advised Funds: Schwab CharitableDonors surpassed 1 million individual grants to charities for the first time in the organization's history.
June 16, 2023
Avoid These Big 'Retirement' Mistakes Business-Owner Clients MakeClients selling a closely held business can get caught by unexpected tax bills and lifestyle changes.
June 14, 2023
8 Keys to Meeting the Needs of Ultra-Wealthy ClientsFor starters, be prepared for a deep dive into tax and estate planning.
March 08, 2023
Who Is Opening Donor-Advised Funds Today?DAFs continue to be the preferred charitable vehicle of many advisors and clients for a number of reasons.