There’s a reason donor-advised funds are the fastest growing giving tool: They are tax-effective, simple to manage, and have the potential to transform charitable giving for the better. When sponsored by Vanguard Charitable, they also come with industry-low costs and excellent service. See below what our donor-advised fund can do for you and the charities you support. Get started today.
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Open a philanthropic account
Opening a charitable giving account takes about 15 minutes.
Thank you for choosing Vanguard Charitable. To open an account, you'll need to have a few informational items nearby for the application process. Grab a pen, something to write on, and then click through the arrows below to get a quick overview of what's to come.
After scrolling through the slider, click the open an account button. The first step is to consent to terms and electronic delivery agreement. This step confirms you understand that all contributed assets are property of Vanguard Charitable, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization independent of Vanguard. Once the account is opened, it can only be accessed through this website or by a Vanguard Charitable representative.
When you reach the end of the open an account process, be sure to review your information, sign electronically, and print a copy for your records.
Before you start, scroll through the slider to get familiar with:
- Accounts
- Investments
- Grants
- Account Management
Accounts
To open an account, you will need:
- Your email address
- Your social security number or personal identification number
- An account name
For individuals associated with this account, you will need:
- Names
- Contact information
- Birth dates
Investments
You can choose from low-cost, high-quality investments, backed by Vanguard, that help grow contributions tax free:
- Portfolio Solutions: Straightforward, pre-allocated investments with professional rebalancing.
- Portfolio Builders: Funds across risk and asset classes to create custom investments.
- Values-driven Investments: Socially responsible investment options.
Grants
The minimum grant amount is $500. Grants, given anonymously or with name recognition, can be recommended to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits in good standing with the IRS. Whether you recommend one-time grants or set up recurring grants, we take care of the due diligence to ensure you get the tax-deduction.
Account Management
You will be asked to add account advisors and interested parties who can help you manage the account.
Now that you've completed the overview and grabbed the items you need, click the Open an Account button and get ready to experience the value in giving with the most convenient, cost effective, and impactful donor-advised fund.
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