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Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) gifts
If you have a DAF, recommending a grant to Feed America takes 60 seconds. Here's exactly how, with the EIN you'll need.
What you need: Feed America · EIN 92-1761881 · Houston, TX 77065
Step-by-step
- Log into your DAF portal — Fidelity Charitable (DAFgiving360 / fidelitycharitable.org), Schwab Charitable (schwabcharitable.org), Vanguard Charitable (vanguardcharitable.org), or your community foundation
- Click "Grant" or "Recommend a Grant"
- Search for "Feed America" — multiple results may appear; select the one with EIN 92-1761881
- Enter grant amount — minimum $50 at most DAF providers
- Add designation (optional) — "general operations", "data verification", "Texas operations" (routes to sister 501(c)(3)), or leave blank
- Submit. Processing typically 5-10 business days. You'll get a confirmation email; we'll get the gift
Direct links to top DAF providers
- Fidelity Charitable — How to grant from Fidelity
- Schwab Charitable — Schwab Charitable login
- Vanguard Charitable — Vanguard Charitable
- Greater Houston Community Foundation — local Houston-area DAF holder
Why DAFs are powerful for charitable givers
- Tax deduction at funding — you deduct when you fund the DAF, even if you don't grant out for years
- Donate appreciated assets — stock, crypto, real estate go in tax-free, the DAF sells without capital gains, you grant in cash
- Simplified record-keeping — one tax receipt per year regardless of how many charities you support
- Family + intergenerational giving — DAFs can outlive donors and become a vehicle for family philanthropic tradition
Frequently asked questions
How do I recommend a grant to Feed America?
Search "Feed America" with EIN 92-1761881 in your DAF portal. Several similarly-named charities exist — verify the EIN before submitting.
How long does a DAF grant take?
5-10 business days for most providers. For year-end giving, initiate by December 15.
Why give via DAF instead of direct?
DAFs let you donate appreciated assets (stock, crypto, real estate) without capital-gains tax, take the deduction in the funding year, and grant out on your own timeline.
Can I designate the gift for a specific program?
Yes — most DAF portals have a "purpose" field. We respect designations for general operations, data verification, or state-specific work. For complex restrictions, email donations@feedam.org first.