Private Foundation or Donor-Advised Fund: The Ultimate Dilemma
By Eitan Balloul, Tax Manager, Not-for-Profit Private foundations and Donor-Advised Funds are both vehicles to engage in philanthropic activities. Understanding the differences between the two is critical in determining which is more appropriate for your unique circumstances. Whether you prefer the greater control afforded by a private foundation or confidentiality and fewer restrictions of a DAF, each has its proper use.
A Private Foundation is an exempt organization,...