Dartmouth Donor Advised Fund
Give to Dartmouth and other charities of your choice from a fund managed by some of the world’s most talented investors—and receive an income tax deduction.
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Benefits
A DDAF can be considered a low-cost alternative to starting a family foundation. You create the fund and take an immediate tax deduction for the full amount. Dartmouth invests your gift alongside the endowment for long-term growth.
Plan at a Glance
How It Works
You make recommendations for charitable distributions at any point, with a required minimum of 5 percent distributed each year. Over time, you must direct at least half of the fund to Dartmouth.
Next Steps
To learn more about the benefits of establishing a DDAF, complete the form below and a member of the Gift Planning team will follow up with you.