Donor Advised Funds

You have the power to support the health, safety, and rights of LGBTQ+ New Yorkers and their families. You can now easily give to The LGBT Community Center from your Donor Advised Fund (DAF) account in just 3 clicks. This includes Fidelity, Schwab, Vanguard, and hundreds of other DAF providers powered by Chariot.

Click here to give:

How it works

You have the power to fuel our life-enhancing and life-saving programs for all LGBTQ+ New Yorkers in just a few seconds. Please click the “DAFpay | Give with Donor Advised Fund” button below to get started.

Why give from your Donor Advised Fund using DAFpay?

Not only is initiating your grant on this page the fastest and easiest way for you to give, but it also:

  • Makes us immediately aware that your gift was initiated and allows us to thank you via email if desired
  • Helps avoid lost checks, mailing delays, or gifts accidentally being submitted to the wrong organization or campaign
  • Saves our staff time and money tracking your gift

What are the main advantages of a Donor Advised Fund?

  • Simplicity: the donor-advised fund sponsor handles all record-keeping, disbursements, and tax receipts.
  • Flexibility: timing of your tax deduction can be separate from your charitable decision-making.
  • Tax-efficiency: contributions are tax-deductible, and any investment growth in the DAF is tax-free. It is also easy to donate long-term appreciated securities, eliminating capital gains taxes.
  • Family legacy: a DAF is a powerful way to build or continue a tradition of family philanthropy.

Need assistance?

Email development@gaycenter.org if you have questions about giving to The Center through your DAF. If you don’t already have one, your financial advisor can help you set up your personalized donor-advised fund. Our EIN is: 13-3217805

Prefer to mail your gift?

Please make checks payable to "The LGBT Center" and mail them to the following address:
The Center
208 W 13 St
New York, NY 10011
 In order to acknowledge your generous gift, providing the donor and/or fund name and address. Thank you.