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A donor advised fund at ACF is the simplest and most effective way to support your community.

Opening a donor advised fund (DAF) at ACF brings you into a community of philanthropists dedicated to making a difference at home, in Central Texas, and beyond.

A donor advised fund is a flexible charitable giving account that allows you to focus on supporting the causes you care about while enjoying immediate tax benefits. Our team’s priority is to streamline the administrative process and provide grantmaking expertise so that you can maximize your impact and realize your philanthropic goals.

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How it works.

  • Give

    Open your fund with a gift of cash or other assets and receive an immediate tax deduction.

  • Grow

    Select one of our expertly-managed investment pools and invest for potential growth. Some funds may be externally managed or reserved for impact investing.

  • Manage

    Leverage the convenience of our online donor portal or connect with a staff member to assist with your grantmaking strategy.

  • Grant

    Recommend grants to support your favorite charities or learn about new causes through ACF’s services and programs.

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Learn more about the benefits.

Access first-in-class service.

Your experience is always personalized. We work with you one-on-one to help you maximize your impact.

Discover the difference

Invest your charitable dollars.

Every donor is unique; we offer investment strategies to match your giving goals.

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Donate a variety of assets.

ACF fundholders have the ability to donate complex assets that many commercial providers don’t accept.

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Create a lasting legacy.

Planned giving can take many forms, from bequests to charitable trusts and beyond. We’ll help you find the best solution for your needs.

Plan ahead

By opening a donor advised fund at ACF, my husband and I were able to support our own unique interests. We look to ACF for data and insights on what’s happening in Central Texas, so we can ensure that our giving helps people today and the next generation.

Kim Storin Marketing executive & local business owner

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