Understanding Donor-Advised Funds: A Powerful Giving Tool for Today’s Fundraising Landscape with Melissa Bank Stepno

Presented by Andrea Kihlstedt and Amy Eisenstein

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Amy Eisenstein hosts Melissa Bank Stepno from Helen Brown Group, a leading prospect research firm. Melissa brings her extensive knowledge to explore donor-advised funds (DAFs) and their transformative role in the nonprofit sector. With DAFs becoming a popular charitable giving vehicle, nonprofit leaders often have questions. Melissa explains what DAFs are, their tax advantages, and how they function as a “giving bank account” managed by nonprofits or financial institutions on behalf of donors.

Tune in to hear why understanding donor-advised funds is more important than ever for fundraisers and how DAFs can become a valuable part of your nonprofit’s campaign strategy.

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All About the Podcast

All About Capital Campaigns is a weekly podcast hosted by fundraising experts Andrea Kihlstedt and Amy Eisenstein. Each week hosts Andrea Kihlstedt and Amy Eisenstein, co-founders of the Capital Campaign Pro, and special guests, provide practical tips about raising more money for your nonprofit organization. Topics include capital campaigns, feasibility studies, working with your board, donors, major gifts, volunteers, and more.