Donor Advised Fund (DAF)

Manage all of your philanthropy in one place, while magnifying the impact of your life at L.A.’s exemplary social justice foundation. In just a few days, you may set up your Donor Advised Fund with zero start-up costs, which will give you an immediate tax deduction, with flexibility to give grants over time.

Advantages of opening a DAF

• Expert advice to ensure your contributions are making a difference.

• Get a foundation-like structure without administrative complications and costs.

• Reduce email, mail and phone solicitations from organizations.

• Join a community of donor activists rooted in a strong sense of shared mission.

• No taxes on capital growth, with just a 1.25% and lower annual operating cost

• LHF handles tax filing, auditing and accounting.

• Donors are able to remain anonymous if they choose.

• Tax deductibility is 60% of AGI for cash and 30% of AGI for securities.