Donor Advised Funds
Everything you need to know about Donor Advised Funds
Your Support Makes a Difference - Here's How
In rural Sullivan County, New York, access to dental care is a serious challenge for many low-income families. With limited public transportation and very few dentists who accept Medicaid, children often go without the care they need. That’s why PRASAD Children’s Dental Health Program brings vital dental services directly to schools—so every child has the chance to grow up healthy and smiling.
Across the world in the Tansa Valley, India, Indigenous communities live below the poverty line and face systemic barriers to health and opportunity. PRASAD offers sustainable solutions—from comprehensive healthcare services to community development initiatives—that empower individuals and families to build healthier, more self-reliant lives in harmony with nature.
None of this life-transforming work would be possible without you. Your generosity helps us bridge the gap and bring hope, health, and opportunity to communities in need. If you’ve never heard of a Donor-Advised Fund before, you’re not alone. But for those who want to make a lasting impact while planning their charitable giving wisely, DAFs can be an incredibly empowering tool.
What is a Donor Advised Fund?
A Donor-Advised Fund is a charitable investment account, created for the sole purpose of supporting the causes you care about. You contribute assets to the fund—cash, stocks, or even non-cash assets—receive an immediate tax deduction and then recommend grants from that fund to charitable organizations over time.
It’s like having a personal giving account. You get the flexibility to decide when and where to give, while your contributions grow tax-free in the meantime. For donors who want to make strategic, long-term commitments to causes like PRASAD, it’s an ideal option.
Why More Donors Are Using DAFs
DAFs are now one of the most popular forms of charitable giving in the United States. And it’s easy to see why:
- Immediate Tax Benefits: You receive the full deduction the year you contribute, even if you distribute the funds later.
- Simplicity: No need to track individual receipts or coordinate with multiple nonprofits.
- Flexibility: You can support PRASAD today, next year, or whenever your heart feels called.
- Legacy Planning: DAFs allow you to name successors, keeping the spirit of giving alive across generations.
Charitable giving through DAFs has also become an important part of the philanthropic landscape in New York. PRASAD, a non-profit headquartered in Liberty, New York, sees firsthand how DAF support from New York donors directly fuels local programs that empower children, strengthen families, and help communities thrive.
Yet the broader charitable giving environment in New York is changing. According to the New York State Attorney General’s 2024 Pennies for Charity report, the number of individual donors is declining—even as demand on nonprofits increases. While large gifts and donor-advised fund contributions now make up a greater share of total giving, smaller organizations like PRASAD still rely heavily on everyday donors and recurring support.
These shifts make it more important than ever for donors to choose trusted, transparent nonprofits where their contributions truly make a difference. PRASAD is proud to be that kind of organization.
Real Impact, Made Possible by DAFs
Your support through a donor-advised fund (DAF) can be directed to our general fund or designated for a specific project of your choice. Either way, your generosity reaches those who need it most.
It helps deliver critical dental care to underserved children, restore sight to individuals blinded by cataracts, provide water access to farmers so they can grow a second crop, and much more. Your contribution enables our health, education, and development programs to offer sustained, long-term support—not just emergency relief when crises arise.
And for all of this, we thank you!
A Compassionate Way to Create Lasting Change
At PRASAD, we believe in the inherent dignity of every human being. Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) help us meet urgent needs today while building sustainable solutions for tomorrow.
In a rapidly evolving charitable landscape, your decision to support PRASAD through a DAF ensures that your generosity has a meaningful and lasting impact. We are proud to serve both our New York and global community with the transparency, efficiency, and effectiveness that donors expect and deserve.
If you already have a donor-advised fund (DAF), we invite you to consider recommending a grant to PRASAD today. If you’re interested in establishing one, you can connect with trusted financial institutions and philanthropic advisors to help you get started.
Together, we can continue to uplift lives with compassion, hope, and integrity.
Thank you for making this possible.
Ready to Give?
Recommend a DAF Grant to PRASAD Today!
Recognitions and Ratings
PRASAD is a global charitable organization committed to uplifting the lives of economically disadvantaged people around the world. Our programs in India, Mexico, and the United States impact thousands of people annually.
Candid
Candid is the world’s largest source of information about nonprofit organizations. Platinum is their top level.
Great Nonprofits
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Charity Navigator
4-stars, Charity Navigator’s highest rating, indicates that PRASAD adheres to sector best practices.
TheStreet
PRASAD was featured on the respected financial website “The Street” as one of 30 recommended charities, top-rated for transparency, accountability, and financial health.
