AEF is one of the nation’s largest independent donor-advised fund (DAF) sponsors with a mission to help donors achieve philanthropic goals and expand philanthropy in the process.
DAFs can accept a wide range of contributions—from cash and publicly traded securities to more complex assets like illiquid or alternative investments.
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Donors like the flexibility of the DAF, advisors like the additional philanthropic offering that deepens client relationships. Everyone likes the positive impact it makes on causes that matter.
What is a DAF Video
As a cause-neutral sponsor, we offer an unbiased approach to giving—allowing for more freedom to recommend 501(c)3 charities for grants.
Donate
AEF is a 501(c)3 public charity. Donors receive a tax benefit when they donate to us.
Invest
Think of an AEF DAF as a charitable account. Gifted assets are invested by AEF-approved financial advisors recommended by AEF donors.
Grant
As an unbiased administrator, AEF does not prohibit grants based on geographic, religious, or other categories. Donors can recommend grants to IRS-qualified public charities.
Plus, AEF allows successor donor advisors to be named, allowing a charitable legacy to live on generationally.
Know more about DAFs, so you can make a bigger positive impact. DAF: Did You Know Video
