Introducing DAFPay

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) have grown into a powerhouse for charitable giving, with more than $230 billion sitting in donor-advised accounts. Yet, many nonprofits struggle to tap into these funds due to complex donation processes.  

That’s why we’re excited to introduce DAFPay, a new feature of CharityEngine that makes accepting DAF contributions easy!

What are Donor-Advised Funds?

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are charitable giving accounts managed by third-party institutions, such as community foundations or financial service providers like Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, and Vanguard Charitable. Donors contribute to these accounts, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to nonprofits over time. 

While DAFs provide donors with a flexible and strategic way to give, many nonprofits face administrative hurdles when trying to accept and process these gifts. Traditional methods often require manual tracking and donor follow-ups, leading to delays and missed opportunities. 

What is DAFPay? 

DAFPay eliminates the friction in DAF giving by allowing donors to contribute directly through your website—just like a credit card or ACH donation. No more manual tracking, slow disbursements, or confusion over how to process these high-value gifts. 

With DAFPay, donors can: 

• Easily select their DAF provider and initiate a contribution in seconds 
• Avoid the hassle of navigating external portals 
• Make a bigger impact with a simple, donor-friendly giving experience
  

Why DAFPay Matters for Nonprofits 

DAF giving is one of the fastest-growing revenue streams for nonprofits. Yet, traditional methods of accepting DAF donations often involve slow paper-based processes, requiring donors to leave your website and navigate external platforms. This leads to delays, missed gifts, and donor frustration. 

DAFPay solves this by: 

• Streamlining DAF donations—donors can give in just a few clicks 
• Reducing administrative burden—automated tracking and reconciliation 
• Capturing more high-value gifts—ensuring you never miss a DAF contribution 

How It Works: 

• A donor visits your website and selects "Donor Advised Fund" on your donation form. 
• They choose their DAF provider from a pre-populated list and enter the donation amount. 
• The donation is initiated instantly, and you receive tracking details within CharityEngine. 

It’s that simple. No paperwork, no follow-ups—just a direct path from donor intent to donation received. 

DAFPay Is Ready to Use—No Setup Required

DAFPay is integrated into CharityEngine’s fundraising platform, and here’s the best part: The DAFPay button will appear automatically on all new and existing donation forms created in CharityEngine. 

With DAFPay, you’re removing barriers to generosity and making it easier than ever for donors to support your mission. 

See DAFPay in Action 

Want to see how DAFPay can help you capture more high-value gifts with zero friction? 

Schedule a demo today! Our team will walk you through how CharityEngine simplifies DAF giving.