Episode 164: Mitch Stein: Donor Advised Funds

About this episode

Gregory Nielsen interviews Mitch Stein to discuss the growth and impact of donor advised funds in philanthropy.

🎙️ In this episode, Greg sits down with Mitch Stein of Chariot to unpack one of the fastest-growing forces in philanthropy: donor advised funds (DAFs) . Together, they explore what’s driving the rapid growth of DAFs, key trends shaping how donors use them, and practical strategies nonprofits can adopt to better engage with DAF holders. Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, fundraiser, or board member, this conversation offers timely insights to help your organization navigate the evolving giving landscape and unlock new opportunities for impact.

People in this episode

Guest: Mitch Stein

Topics covered

• donor advised funds
• philanthropy
• nonprofit engagement
• fundraising strategies

Keywords

• DAFs
• nonprofit leaders
• giving landscape
• impact opportunities

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Chariot

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