Donor advised fund (DAF)

A flexible way to recommend charitable gifts over time

A donor-advised fund (DAF) allows you to recommend grants from an existing charitable fund to support Ascension Wisconsin Foundation today or in the future.

This is one of the most flexible and accessible tools for ongoing charitable giving.

Why donors choose this option:

Simple and flexible charitable giving tool
Potential immediate tax advantages when funded
Ability to recommend grants over time
Easy way to manage charitable giving in one place

How it works

You request a grant recommendation from your DAF sponsor
The sponsoring organization processes the grant
Funds are distributed to Ascension Wisconsin Foundation
You can make one-time or recurring recommendations

Is this right for you?

This option may be a good fit if you:

Already have a donor-advised fund
Want flexible timing for charitable giving
Prefer centralized management of donations
Are planning multi-year charitable support

Important note:

Donor-advised fund grants are subject to the rules of the sponsoring organization and must be initiated through your DAF provider.

Next steps:

Review your DAF balance and goals. Consider your charitable priorities.
Connect with your sponsor or advisor. Ensure grant recommendations align with your interest.
Submit a grant request. Recommend Ascension Wisconsin Foundation as a recipient.
Let us know. If you are considering or have recommended a gift from your donor-advised fund, we would be honored to hear from you. This is not legally binding and does not require financial details, it simply allows us to thank you and if you choose, welcome you into our Legacy Society.