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Donor-Advised Funds

PBS Utah regularly receives grants through donor-advised funds (DAFs), both large and small, and we are deeply grateful for this generous support! A gift through a DAF ensures PBS Utah can continue delivering trusted journalism, compelling storytelling, and educational programming for our community. 

To direct a gift to PBS Utah from your donor-advised fund, share our legal name, address, and federal tax ID. *

Legal name: PBS Utah
Address: 101 South Wasatch Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah 84112
Federal Tax ID: 87-6000525

For more information contact PBS Utah Donor Services team at membership@pbsutah.org or 801-581-3284.

* Please note PBS Utah is a department of the University of Utah. Please direct your advisor to search under the University of Utah and indicate PBS Utah as the designated entity. Please include your name, address and the name of the financial institution making the gift on your behalf so we can properly acknowledge your donation.

FAQ

Here are FAQs that can help you evaluate the benefits of making a Donor Advised Fund gift:

 

What is a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)?

A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a flexible and tax-efficient way to support the causes you care about, including PBS Utah. It allows you to receive an immediate tax benefit while recommending grants to nonprofits over time. While PBS Utah does not directly manage DAFs, they can be easily established through financial institutions like Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, Vanguard Charitable, and Community Foundations. You can make a gift from your DAF either as a monthly sustainer or with a one-time annual donation. 

Are there any restrictions on the use of a DAF?

Yes. DAF gifts must be used strictly for charitable purposes. That means they can’t be given in exchange for anything of value, like event tickets, memberships with benefits, or thank-you gifts. In short, a donor-advised fund contribution must be a true gift—made solely to support PBS Utah's mission, with no perks attached.

Why Give Through a DAF?

  • Immediate tax benefits: Gifts to a DAF may be eligible for an immediate charitable tax deduction.
  • Flexibility: You can recommend grants to PBS Utah on a schedule that works best for you.
  • Tax-free growth: DAFs grow tax-free, increasing your ability to give more over time.
  • Easy administration: Many DAFs allow you to make grant recommendations online with just a few clicks.
  • Wide asset acceptance: DAFs can accept gifts of cash, stocks, real estate, and other assets.
  • Strategic giving: Easily track your charitable contributions and set up recurring grants to provide steady support.
  • Legacy planning: You can name PBS Utah as a beneficiary of your DAF, ensuring your philanthropy continues beyond your lifetime.