You can request a gift at any time through your donor-advised fund (DAF) sponsor. Simply complete your sponsor's standard Grant Recommendation Form and indicate you wish to support Indian River State College Foundation. Include our legal name and tax identification number for accuracy: .

You can name one or more charitable organizations to receive the remaining assets in your donor-advised fund after your lifetime. Request a Change of Beneficiary Form from your fund administrator. This works well alongside bequests and other planned gifts. Consider using our free online will planner to explore your legacy giving options.

Yes! Many DAF sponsors allow you to set up recurring grants—monthly, quarterly, or annually—to Indian River State College Foundation. This is a great way to provide consistent support.

Most sponsors have minimum grant amounts, typically between $50 and $250. We welcome gifts of all sizes—check with your DAF provider for their specific requirements.

Absolutely! You can recommend grants to multiple qualified charities from your DAF. Many donors use their DAF to support a variety of causes.

You already received your deduction when you contributed to your DAF, so there are no additional tax benefits when making grants. If you're interested in tax-efficient giving strategies, check out our page on gifts of appreciated assets.

Some DAF sponsors allow pledge fulfillment as long as the grant letter doesn’t mention the pledge and you receive no goods or services. Check with your sponsor and tax advisor for specifics.

Yes, your gift can be acknowledged or recognized as long as you don’t receive more than an incidental benefit. We’ll work with you to honor your wishes and stay compliant with IRS rules.

DAF grants cannot support political campaigns, lobbying, or private foundations. They also can’t pay for event tickets, auction items, or anything with more than an incidental benefit.

Yes, you can request your grant support a specific program or project. Include instructions with your recommendation, and contact us to confirm we can honor your intent.

Letting us know about your grant helps us thank you and track the impact of your generosity. After you recommend a grant, please contact us with the details.

Yes, most sponsors support anonymous giving. We respect your privacy, but sharing your contact info allows us to show appreciation and provide updates.

Yes! Simply request a Change of Beneficiary Form from your fund administrator to name Indian River State College Foundation as a beneficiary of your DAF.

Many DAFs allow you to name successor advisors such as children or grandchildren. This is a great way to pass along your philanthropic legacy.

Most DAFs accept cash and marketable securities. Many also accept complex assets such as real estate or business interests. Ask your sponsor for details.

No—policies and features vary. Check with your DAF sponsor for specifics. We're familiar with most and happy to assist.

Most grants arrive in 7–14 business days. Electronic transfers may be faster. We'll acknowledge your gift promptly upon receipt.