DONOR ADVISED FUND

Give Through a DAF!

A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a convenient and tax-efficient way to support Sunshine Services. With a DAF, you can make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to Sunshine Services over time.

Why Give Through a Donor Advised Fund?

  • Tax Benefits – Receive an immediate tax deduction when contributing to your DAF.
  • Flexible Giving – Recommend grants at your convenience to support Sunshine Services.
  • Strategic Impact – Invest your charitable funds and grow them tax-free for greater giving power.

How to Give to Sunshine Services Through a DAF

  1. Contact Your DAF Provider – Log into your DAF account or reach out to your financial institution.
  2. Recommend a Distribution – Request a grant distribution to Sunshine Services. Be sure to include our full legal name and EIN:
    • Sunshine Services
    • EIN: 62-0759415
    • Address: 3000 N. Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37917
  3. Notify Us – Let us know about your generous gift! This helps us track your donation and express our gratitude. Email giving@sunshineknox.org or give us a call.

Where Can You Set Up a Donor Advised Fund?

DAFs are offered through many financial institutions and community foundations, including:

  • Fidelity Charitable
  • Schwab Charitable
  • Vanguard Charitable
  • Your local community foundation such as the East Tennessee Foundation.

Your generosity through a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) helps us continue to brighten lives. Thank you for making a difference!

If you have a Donor Advised Fund with Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, or BNY Mellon, you can easily recommend a grant to Sunshine Services using the DAF Direct online form. If your DAF is with another provider, please contact your fund advisor to recommend a gift that supports person-centered services for persons-supported with developmental disabilities.

Director of Strategic Partnerships
Kelsie Crittendon
865-546-9431 ext. 1152

Development & Communications
Paul Zeger
865-546-9431 ext. 1111