Maximize the Impact of Your Donor-Advised Fund

Grants from donor-advised funds (DAFs) are essential to fueling the groundbreaking work done at Children’s Hospital Colorado. Through your DAF, you can support the hospital’s life-changing care and research, bringing hope to the families we serve.

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A donor-advised fund, or DAF, is a personal charitable vehicle that donors can establish at a community foundation or financial institution. A DAF allows donors to make a charitable contribution, receive a current year income tax deduction, and recommend grants from the fund over time to qualified nonprofits, such as the Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation.

Ways to give through your DAF

Make a one-time, impactful gift from your DAF, advancing both immediate care and long-term research.

Set up annual or monthly DAF grants to consistently support the programs that matter most to you.

Create an endowed fund with a $50,000+ DAF gift to sustain our mission long-term.

Name Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation as a beneficiary of your DAF or a percentage of your fund, creating a legacy of health and hope for future generations.

A Donor-Advised Fund Impact Story: Joe and Laura’s Legacy

When Joe and Laura’s granddaughter, Emma, received life-saving care at Children’s Colorado, they were deeply moved by her care team’s dedication and expertise. Inspired to give back in honor of Emma, they established a $100,000 donor-advised fund (DAF) through a community foundation, allowing them to make grants that support the causes closest to their hearts, including the Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation. To continue their impact beyond their lifetimes, Joe and Laura designated the Foundation as the beneficiary of their DAF. This decision allows them to honor Emma’s journey and create a legacy of health and hope for even more children and families.

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Supporting Children’s Colorado through Your Donor-Advised Fund

How a Donor-Advised Fund Works

Ready to give through your DAF?

Donor‑advised funds (DAFs) are a powerful and tax‑efficient way to maximize the impact of your charitable giving, supporting the world‑class pediatric care and breakthroughs at Children’s Colorado. Grants from DAFs fuel the expertise, research and compassionate care provided to every family who needs us. Your DAF support helps children receive exceptional care today and drives the discoveries that will help them thrive tomorrow.

If you’re ready to make a difference through your DAF, you can give in one of two easy ways:

1. Use the DAF Direct tool on this page to recommend your grant instantly.
2. Contact your donor‑advised fund administrator and recommend a grant to:

    Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation
    Tax ID #84‑0813462

Information provided is general and educational in nature and should not be construed as legal, accounting, or tax advice. Every taxpayer’s situation is different. Rules and regulations regarding tax deductions for charitable giving vary, and laws of a specific state or laws relevant to a particular situation may affect the applicability, accuracy or completeness of the information provided. Please consult an attorney or tax advisor regarding your specific legal or tax situation prior to taking any action based on this information.