Donor Advised Funds: Amplify Your Charitable Giving

As one of the nation’s first and most impactful community foundations, we know Boston. That knowledge gives us the unique perspective to bring together ideas, resources and partnerships that can build a city where opportunity meets possibility to achieve equity. We know this work requires deep engagement from philanthropists, thinkers and doers. We invite you to join us.

Amplify Your Charitable Giving

Open a Donor Advised Fund at the Boston Foundation

Donor Advised Funds can help you streamline your giving, increase the impact of your contributions, and receive the maximum charitable tax savings. Maximize your philanthropy with access to our research, skilled asset management and a century of experience with donors and professional advisors.

A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a charitable giving vehicle created by an individual, family or organization. It is ideal if you want the benefits of a private foundation with none of the administrative, legal, tax or regulatory burdens.

A DAF is quick to establish and offers an immediate tax benefit. It allows you to make grants over time to nonprofit organizations of your choice here at home or anywhere in the world. You can establish a DAF at the Boston Foundation with a donation of cash, stocks, real estate or other non-cash assets.

As a DAF advisor, you will have access to our topnotch Donor Portal, allowing you to see your Fund’s balance and make grants at any time. Additional resources on giving and gift opportunities are also available. If you want to contribute to nonprofits in Greater Boston, you will benefit from the wisdom of the Boston Foundation’s experienced staff and the research and forums that we offer through our civic leadership.

Open a DAF Before the End of the Year.
It’s Easy and Quick.

DAF Diagram

Donors at Work

Our donors each follow a unique path when it comes to the nonprofits and causes they support, but they share a deep commitment to the city and the region. Click on the images to learn how these DAF donors are making a difference.