Common Charitable Giving Vehicles
Overview
Charitable giving has grown well beyond writing a check. Different vehicles offer different combinations of an upfront deduction, ongoing income, and control over how and when the gift ultimately reaches a charity.
The right vehicle usually depends on whether the priority is simplicity, income for yourself or a beneficiary, or maximizing what eventually reaches the cause you care about.
What this checklist covers
- 1Donor advised funds
- 2Charitable trusts
- 3Charitable gift annuities
Common questions

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