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Donor-advised funds are the fastest growing charitable tool in America. Harness the power of a DAF with the principled partnership of DonorsTrust and watch your impact grow.

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We set ourselves apart not by geography, but by our focus on preserving donor intent and with our shared commitment to supporting organizations that do not rely on government funds to meet their charitable objectives. We – and the donors with whom we work – believe in preserving the ideals of limited government, personal responsibility, and free enterprise.

Since our founding in 1999, DonorsTrust has granted out over $1.2 billion to over 2,200 charities. These charities protect our constitutional liberties and strengthen civil society without expanding government. Our clients meet this challenge by giving generously to public policy organizations and also to organizations relating to social welfare, religion, health, the environment, economics, governance, foreign relations, and arts and culture. We believe the key to solving society’s problems comes from donors like you engaged in private philanthropy.

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News, Insights, and Strategies for Your Giving

DonorsTrust Givers Recommended $242 Million in Grants During 2022—Strengthening Nonprofits During Challenging Economic ConditionsDonorsTrust News
March 17, 2023

DonorsTrust Givers Recommended $242 Million in Grants During 2022—Strengthening Nonprofits During Challenging Economic Conditions

Alexandria, VA – The DonorsTrust community of givers in 2022 recommended $242 million to more than 1,100 unique charities nationwide, supporting nonprofits during a year of economic uncertainty as inflation…
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Giving Ventures Podcast: Sparking Entrepreneurship

On the latest episode of Giving Ventures, host and DonorsTrust Vice President Peter Lipsett talks with Nicole Cassier-Mason, CEO of Lemonade Day and Connor Boyack, founder and president of Libertas…
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March 1, 2023

Giving Ventures Podcast: Make the Most of a Wealth Event

On the latest episode of Giving Ventures, host and DonorsTrust Vice President Peter Lipsett moderates a conversation with guest Chris Cousins, an experienced financial advisor who’s helped many folks navigate…
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