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Can I use my Daffy fund to pay for a charity membership or auction item?

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No. By law, donations from a donor-advised fund cannot result in a "more than incidental benefit" to the donor or their family. This means donations cannot be used toward items with financial value, including:

  • Charity membership benefits

  • Event or gala tickets

  • Auction items

  • Raffle tickets

  • Tuition payments

  • Pre-existing pledges or obligations

Donations that result in items of insubstantial value per IRS guidelines (such as a keychain or calendar) are permitted. Receiving recognition for a donation is also generally acceptable.

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