For Such a Time as This – Deploying Donor-Advised Funds for Ministry

Nov 18, 2025 | Wise Stewardship, Blog

For Such a Time as This

Donor-advised funds have continued to explode in popularity because of the convenience and tax advantages they provide.

If you are among the growing number of Grace supporters who give this way, now is a wonderful time to put those funds to good use.

Any gifts you’ve made into a donor-advised fund can be given without affecting your cash flow. They are ready and available to be deployed for ministry!

Your donor-advised fund is a smart and powerful giving solution for such a time as this.

Why Donor-Advised Funds Offer Even More

Beyond immediate convenience, donor-advised funds offer several unique benefits worth considering. For instance, you can contribute a lump sum to your DAF for an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend scheduled gifts to multiple ministries over months or years. This flexibility makes it easier to plan support for Grace or other charities according to your personal timetable and the needs of each ministry.

DAFs also allow you to donate various kinds of assets, including appreciated securities, real estate, or business interests, which can maximize your tax benefits and multiply your impact.

In addition, DAFs can play a meaningful part in your legacy and family’s charitable vision. You can name loved ones as successors, enabling them to continue advising on grants from your fund for years to come.

Learn More

Want to learn more about giving through a donor-advised fund?
Email Pete Tilden at ptilden@gracechristian.edu or call (616) 298-0771 today.

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