Donor-Advised Funds
smart giving that grows

Make an immediate tax deduction while supporting Jewish life and community impact over time. Your generosity grows through investment while you direct grants to causes you care about most.

How donor-advised funds work

How Donor-Advised Funds Work Subheadline: Three simple steps to maximize your charitable impact while growing your giving power

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Give

Contribute cash, stocks, or appreciated assets to establish your fund. Receive an immediate tax deduction for the full amount of your contribution.

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Grow

Your fund is professionally invested to grow over time, increasing your charitable giving power while you decide where to direct grants.

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Grant

Recommend grants to qualified nonprofits whenever you're ready. We handle all thepaperwork and due diligence for you.

Your DAF impact

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$2.3M

Total DAF Assets Under Management

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150+

Active Fund Holders

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Same Day

Grant ProcessingTime

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$5K

Minimum to Start Your Fund

Why choose CJP for your DAF?

Local expertise meets national best practices for maximum community impact

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Tax Smart Giving

Immediate tax deduction when you contribute, plus potential capital gains savings on appreciated assets.

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Investment Growth

Professional money management helps your charitable dollars grow over time, increasing your giving power.

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Local Knowledge

Our team knows Boston's Jewish community and can guide your giving to create maximum impact.

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Simple Administration

One tax form, easy grant recommendations, and professional support for all your charitable needs.

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Family Philanthropy

Involve children and grandchildren in meaningful charitable decision-making and values education.

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Legacy Building

Create a lasting charitable legacy that reflects your values and supports causes you care about.

DAF holders share
their experience

Our DAF has allowed us to be more strategic with our giving while involving our children in philanthropy. The tax benefits were immediate, but the family conversations about...

The Goldman Family

DAF Holders • $25K Annual Giving

I was able to donate appreciated stock and avoid capital gains while supporting multiple Jewish organizations. CJP's guidance helped me find new causes I'm passionate about.

Sarah Chen

DAF Holder • $500/year grants

The simplicity is remarkable. One contribution, immediate tax deduction, and then I can make grants throughout the year as I learn about different organizations and their needs.

Michael Rosen

Business Owner • $10K Annual Fund

Common questions
about DAFs

Everything you need to know about donor-advised funds and how they work