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Types of Funds - Donor Advised Advantages


SCCF Donor Advised Advantages

  • Simplicity. It is easy to create or add to a Donor Advised Fund in SCCF.
  • Advantageous Tax Treatment. You may create or add to your fund with appreciated property such as stock, real estate, etc., thus avoiding the tax on the gain of such property, should you have sold it yourself. If your income fluctuates from year to year or if you come into a large amount of income in one year, you can take advantage of the tax deduction of your gift in that year and make your distributions from the fund at a later date.
  • Convenience. SCCF handles check writing, addressing and mailing, any government reporting, and audit requirements.
  • Family Recognition. A Donor Advised Fund can provide a lasting tribute to you or a loved one. It also provides a means for developing and maintaining a family tradition.
  • Teaching tool for kids & grandkids. Open a Donor Advised Fund, ask your kids or grandkids to do the research on a ministry, and then recommend a grant to that ministry. This is a great way to teach giving principles.
  • Flexibility. A Donor Advised Fund is a flexible giving instrument. It permits you to change your giving priorities to meet new needs or pursue promising opportunities.
    Anonymity. To many, the advantage of anonymity is important. SCCF can carefully protect the donor’s identity.
  • Leave a Legacy. Your SCCF Donor Advised Fund is a smart way to leave a legacy. Name your Donor Advised Fund as the beneficiary of all or a portion of your estate (through wills or IRAs, for example). You then accomplish your giving goals even after you are gone, and you reduce the estate tax burden upon your death. SCCF carries out your giving instructions after the proceeds from your estate are moved to your SCCF Donor Advised Fund. You can change your giving instructions at any time prior to your death.