Put Your Donor-Advised Fund to Work for Survivors

Your Giving Can Change Lives

Your generosity can create safety, hope, and healing for victims/survivors in our community — and your donor-advised fund (DAF) can help make it happen.

DAFs are one of the fastest-growing charitable giving vehicles in the United States because they are easy, flexible, and offer powerful tax advantages. They allow you to contribute to your fund when it’s most convenient for you — and then recommend grants to the causes you care about most, like Alexandra House, when you’re ready.

When you recommend a grant from your DAF, you’re putting your charitable dollars to work where the need is great — and you can do it on your terms.

What Is a Donor-Advised Fund?

A donor-advised fund is a giving account set up through a financial services company or a community foundation. You make contributions to the account and receive an immediate tax deduction. Then you recommend grants from your account to nonprofits over time.

In short: contribute when it’s best for you, and give when it matters most.

Why Choose Alexandra House for Your DAF?

• Your gift creates lasting impact. Every DAF grant helps ensure safety, shelter, and support for victims/survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
• It’s simple and tax-smart. You receive an immediate tax deduction when you contribute to your DAF, and you can recommend grants anytime — no paperwork or credit card is needed.
• You can give when it matters most. Because DAF funds are already set aside for giving, your support can be deployed quickly during critical moments or emergencies.
• You can help sustain our mission. Many donors use their DAF for recurring gifts, creating a steady stream of support for our programs.

Quick Steps: How to Recommend a Grant

Don’t Stay Anonymous — Let Us Thank You

Many DAF platforms default to keeping donor information private. If your identity isn’t shared, we won’t know who to thank — or be able to share how your gift is making a difference.

• Check the box to share your name and address when recommending your grant.
• Let us know directly that you’ve made a gift from your DAF by emailing donations@alexandrahouse.org or calling 763-656-1363.

“You’ve trusted us with your generosity — we want you to know how your gift is helping change lives.”

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you have a donor-advised fund, consider recommending a grant to Alexandra House today.
Your support ensures that victims/survivors in our community have access to safety, shelter, and support when they need it most.

Together, we can turn compassion into action.