Do you have a Donor-Advised Fund?
Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Do you have a Donor-Advised Fund?

If so, congratulations! You’ve discovered the advantages of one of the fastest growing charitable gifts. There are nearly two million Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), and they give about $60 billion to charitable organizations each year.

If you don’t have a DAF, here’s how you can create your own to support charitable organizations you care about, like Vista Del Mar.

Some donors use their DAF as an opportunity to plan their annual giving and engage their family members in decisions about which charities to support, like a family foundation of sorts.

What happens if there is money left in your DAF account at the end of your lifetime? Check with your DAF sponsor. In most cases you may have the option to designate Vista Del Mar to receive some or all of what remains in your DAF account.

If you are considering supporting Vista Del Mar a DAF may be a great way to secure tax advantages even if you do not itemize every year. We would be happy to suggest DAF fund sponsors for your review.

If you include Vista Del Mar in your plans, please let us know and be sure to use our legal name and federal tax ID.

Legal Name: [INSERT LEGAL NAME]

Address: [INSERT LEGAL ADDRESS]

Federal Tax ID Number: [INSERT TAX ID]

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