What If Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) Became the Norm — Not the Exception?
This week, we sit down with Mitch Stein, Head of Strategy at Chariot, for a masterclass on the fast-evolving world of Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) — and why they're becoming the giving wallet of the future.
Mitch pulls back the curtain on:
What DAFs really are (and why most people misunderstand them)
How tech and policy shifts are unlocking $250B+ in charitable assets
Why nonprofits must stop being passive about DAFs — and start fundraising smarter
How using a DAF actually doubles the average donor’s gift
The myth of DAF “warehousing” — and the surprising stats that prove otherwise
Plus, a ballistic missile siren mid-recording (yes, really), insights from Mitch’s time at Goldman Sachs, and the one word Mitch would remove from the non-profit world.
Whether you're a donor, fundraiser, or nonprofit exec — this episode will change how you think about giving.
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Chapters:
00:00 Navigating Life Under Threats
16:52 The Evolution of Donor-Advised Funds
19:26 DAFs: A Tool for All, Not Just the Wealthy
23:18 Engaging the Next Generation in Philanthropy
25:22 Employer Matching Programs and DAFs
30:12 The Challenge of DAFs: Money Warehousing
33:24 Increasing Granting Rates from DAFs
37:59 Marketing DAFs to Nonprofits
42:19 The Future of DAFs: A Charitable Wallet for Everyone
45:42 Empowering Nonprofits in the DAF Space
50:53 Final Thoughts and Encouragement