1What kinds of gifts can I make to a DAF?
We accept a variety of assets.
You can fund your DAF with cash, a credit card, publicly or closely held stock, property, retirement assets, and even through bequest.
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2When can I give to a DAF?
Time your gift on your terms.
One of the reasons DAFs are so popular is that they allow the donor to give when it is right for them. Some donors bundle their annual contributions into one gift every few years for tax purposes. Others give when they are rebalancing their stock portfolios or if they’ve had a windfall. You can also fund DAFs in your will, by either funding your own or creating new ones as gifts for your family and friends.
3What will I be supporting?
Your fund, your choice.
You can suggest grants to organizations in Turkiye, in the US, or internationally—as long as they pass our eligibility. Once you suggest your grants, we vet the nonprofits, and handle the payments and paperwork. While your recommendations can’t be binding (under IRS rules, our board has the final say), we take your suggestions very seriously. When you open a donor-advised fund with TPF, we make sure you make a difference in our community.
4What are my investment options?
Choices for donors.
Some donors want their funds to grow over the long term, others value short-term liquidity or socially responsible options. Whatever your investment objectives, we have great options.
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5How can I give with a DAF?
You can give anytime on our donor portal.
With our easy-to-use online portal you can suggest grants 24/7. You can also schedule reoccurring gifts.
6What is a TPF Scholarship Fund?
A TPF Scholarship Fund allows you to provide financial support to students in the U.S.. You can establish a fund in your own name, in honor of a loved one, or in support of a specific field of study or community.
7Who can benefit from my scholarship fund?
You decide the focus—such as academic achievement, leadership, community service, or financial need—within the framework of IRS guidelines. TPF ensures all selection processes meet legal and ethical requirements.
8Can I be involved in selecting scholarship recipients?
Yes, with certain limitations. IRS regulations require that final selection be made by an independent committee. As a donor, you may serve on the selection committee or provide input, but the process must follow TPF’s established policies to ensure compliance.
9What are the tax benefits?
Contributions to a scholarship fund are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You can receive an immediate deduction and then distribute scholarships over time.
10What does TPF handle for me?
We manage all administration, compliance, and reporting—ensuring the program meets IRS requirements and operates smoothly. That means no paperwork or legal complexity for you.
11Can my scholarship support multiple students or years?
Absolutely. Your fund can provide one-time awards, renewable scholarships, or multi-year support for several students at once.
12How do I get started?
Contact the TPF team to discuss your goals. We’ll walk you through the process, draft the fund agreement, and help you launch a scholarship that reflects your values.
13What is an Agency Fund?
An Agency Fund is a fund established by a nonprofit organization with TPF to invest and grow its charitable assets for long-term sustainability.
14Who can open an Agency Fund?
Any qualified nonprofit organization in the US can establish an Agency Fund to professionally manage its endowment or reserve funds.
15Why would a nonprofit use TPF for its investments?
We provide access to professional investment management, rigorous oversight, and pooled investment advantages that may not be available to smaller organizations on their own.
16How does it work?
The nonprofit transfers charitable assets to TPF, which invests them according to established guidelines. The organization can request distributions according to the terms of the fund agreement.
17Are there tax benefits for the nonprofit?
While the nonprofit itself doesn’t receive a tax deduction for transferring its own funds, donors contributing directly to the Agency Fund may be eligible for tax benefits.
18What does TPF handle for the nonprofit?
We manage investment oversight, recordkeeping, financial statements, and compliance, ensuring transparency and efficiency.
19Can donors contribute directly to our Agency Fund?
Yes. Donors can give cash, securities, or other assets directly to your Agency Fund and may be eligible for a charitable tax deduction.
20Can we access our funds if we need them?
Yes. Distributions follow the terms agreed upon when the fund is established, ensuring both accessibility and long-term growth.
21How do we get started?
Contact TPF to discuss your organization’s needs. We’ll review your goals, outline the process, and prepare the fund agreement.
22What’s the difference between a Designated Fund and a Field-of-Interest Fund?
- Designated Fund: Supports one or more specific nonprofits you choose.
- Field-of-Interest Fund: Supports a cause or issue area you select (e.g., education, disaster relief, healthcare), with TPF identifying and funding the most effective organizations in that field.
23Who decides where the money goes?
- Designated Fund: You name the nonprofit(s) when you set up the fund.
- Field-of-Interest Fund: You choose the cause; TPF selects vetted nonprofits working in that space.
24Can I focus my giving on Türkiye, the U.S., or internationally?
Yes. You can focus locally, nationally, or globally, depending on your fund’s purpose.
25What happens if a designated nonprofit changes or closes?
TPF will redirect your support to a similar organization that aligns with your original intent.
26What are the tax benefits?
Both fund types are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You may also avoid capital gains tax when donating appreciated assets.
27Can I add to my fund over time?
Yes. You can make additional contributions at any time to grow the fund’s impact.
28Can I change my designated nonprofit or field of interest later?
- Designated Fund: Changes are generally not made unless your chosen nonprofit closes or changes mission.
- Field-of-Interest Fund: Yes, you can update your cause area in consultation with TPF.