The NCFP Guide to Donor-Advised Funds for Family Philanthropy

One of the early choices every philanthropic family must make is the vehicle they will use to facilitate their charitable giving. Many families are choosing donor-advised funds (DAFs) as a way to meet their philanthropic goals.

This guide introduces how to use donor-advised funds as part of a family philanthropy strategy and answers core questions like:

  • How can donor-advised funds support a family philanthropy strategy?
  • What are the main benefits of donor-advised funds for legacy planning?
  • What are the limitations and restrictions of donor-advised funds?

New to donor-advised funds? Learn more about DAF accounts here.

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