From Passive to Catalytic: DAF Success Deploying Capital Beyond Grants

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are now widely embraced, yet too much of the capital is idle. This session presents real-life examples from DAF holders showing how they deploy DAFs more broadly, through investments and loans, alongside grants, to unlock catalytic capital. You will hear from DAF holders at Abundance Capital, a nonprofit based in Greenville, SC. They will present case-informed examples and decision-making processes. You will also learn about some failures and mistakes, which will better equip you to source deals. If you have a DAF and want to move from passive capital to catalytic action, join us. You’ll gain confidence to turn your charitable dollars into a collaborative engine for greater, faster, and more regenerative impact.