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LOS ALTOS COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONAGREEMENT ESTABLISHING THE ___, a Donor Advised Fund THIS AGREEMENT, dated ___, ___, is made by and between individuals identified in Attachment A (hereinafter referred

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How to fill out a donor advised fund

1. Research different donor advised funds available and choose the one that best fits your needs and goals.
2. Complete the necessary application forms provided by the donor advised fund organization.
3. Provide the required documentation and information, such as your personal identification, financial statements, and charitable giving history.
4. Contribute funds to the donor advised fund by making a tax-deductible donation.
5. Establish an investment strategy for the funds in the donor advised fund.
6. Recommend grants to eligible charitable organizations from the donor advised fund.
7. Monitor the progress and impact of your grants to ensure they align with your philanthropic goals.
8. Keep thorough records of all transactions and communication related to the donor advised fund for tax purposes.
9. Review and update your donor advised fund regularly to adapt to changing circumstances and maximize your philanthropic impact.

Who needs a donor advised fund?

1. Individuals or families who want to establish a long-term philanthropic legacy and have a significant amount of charitable assets.
2. High-net-worth individuals who are looking for a tax-efficient way to donate and receive immediate tax benefits.
3. Business owners who wish to support their favorite charitable causes while receiving potential business-related tax benefits.
4. Those who want to involve multiple generations of their family in their philanthropic activities.
5. Investors who want to grow their charitable assets through investment strategies.
6. Charitably inclined individuals who want to streamline their giving by consolidating all donations into one donor advised fund.
7. Individuals who value flexibility and control over their charitable giving decisions.
8. Donors who want to provide grants to a wide range of charitable organizations across different sectors and locations.

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What is a donor advised fund?

A donor advised fund is a charitable giving vehicle where individuals or organizations can make donations to a public charity and recommend how those funds should be distributed to other charities.

Who is required to file a donor advised fund?

Organizations that maintain donor advised funds are required to file Form 990, specifically Schedule D, with the IRS.

How to fill out a donor advised fund?

To fill out a donor advised fund, organizations need to gather information on donations received, grants made, and investment income. This information is then reported on Form 990, Schedule D.

What is the purpose of a donor advised fund?

The purpose of a donor advised fund is to facilitate charitable giving by allowing donors to recommend grants to other charitable organizations while receiving immediate tax benefits.

What information must be reported on a donor advised fund?

Information such as donations received, grants made, investment income, and the balance of assets held in the fund must be reported on a donor advised fund.