Why a Vanguard Charitable DAF?

We value donor feedback and ask for it often. Our donors tell us a Vanguard Charitable DAF is easy to use, and they appreciate our knowledgeable teams who provide excellent service. Here are a few of the more popular benefits of a Vanguard Charitable donor-advised fund. 

Tax Efficient

Supporting charity with a Vanguard Charitable DAF is an effective form of tax-effective philanthropy. Since we are a nonprofit, most contributions are tax-deductible.  

Cost Effective 

Most giving tools have administrative fees, service costs, and investment fees. With a Vanguard Charitable DAF, fees are minimal. We do our best to keep our fees low because the less money spent on fees, the more that can go to the charities you care about most. Check out our fees and test our Cost Calculator here. 

Convenient

Our donors are philanthropically minded and support charities often. They use a DAF to consolidate their charitable giving. Having this giving tool makes giving to charity—and tax time—easier. 

Whether you give to one or many charities, we offer different granting options. For example, you can recommend recurring grants, which means you enter the grant recommendation once, select the timing intervals, and we do the rest. 

Everything is organized in one place. Instead of writing individual checks and keeping track of each donations for an entire year, you can contribute to one account and then use it for all your giving needs. Or better yet, give your trusted advisor access to your account and ask them to download the needed documents. 

Flexible 

We offer you as much flexibility and choice as possible. For example, you can pick from a number of investments that span the risk spectrum and offer a range of asset exposure. You have the option to grant anonymously or provide your full name. It’s your choice. All of this is managed from your online account, which you can log on to from your laptop or mobile phone, any time day or night.

Legacy Plans

Some giving tools may not enable intergenerational philanthropy, but a Vanguard Charitable DAF does with a legacy plan. Once your account is open and you make a contribution, a succession plan can be set up. That plan can take various forms, such as bestowing to others or naming a charity as a beneficiary. 

Immediate Funds 

When disaster hits, our instinct is to support charities on the front lines of the crisis right away. Having a DAF account puts you in the perfect position to react quickly and thoughtfully during times of great need. If disaster strikes, you’re ready.