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BBH Donor-Advised Fund Program : Foundations vs DAFs

Private Foundations

  • Tax deductions up to 30% of AGI (cash)
  • Tax deductions up to 20% of AGI (appreciated Property)
  • Extensive paperwork and annual filing
  • Legal, accounting, setup costs, and ongoing management fees
  • Excise taxes paid on investment income
  • All financial details must be available to the public
Donor-Advised Funds
  • Tax deductions up to 50% of AGI (cash)
  • Tax deductions up to 30% of AGI (appreciated property)
  • Minimal, streamlined paperwork
  • No setup costs and reasonable annual fees
  • No excise taxes, and no required payouts
  • Anonymous gifts an option


For more information, contact:
William R. Levy
Director of Philanthropic & Endowment Services
Brown Brothers Harriman Trust Company, N.A.
215.587.6311
bill.levy@bbh.com

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