Help Animals Through Your Donor-Advised Fund

A puppy playing with an ASPCA team member and a chew toy

Distributions can be directed to:

ASPCA^®
Federal EIN# 13-1623829

Mailing Address:
424 E. 92nd St.
New York, NY 10128

Phone: (646) 291-4517

A Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) is a simple way to manage your charitable giving and help save lives by recommending gifts to the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®).

When you put money into your DAF, you receive an immediate tax deduction, and you can direct philanthropic gifts toward charities now or in the future when you’re ready.

Your DAF gift can help make a lifesaving difference for animals across America today. And with DAFpay, it’s easy to make an instant impact in just a few clicks.

We Want to Thank You!

Please notify us of your DAF gift by emailing [email protected] or calling (646) 291-4517 and include the name of your DAF institution, fund name and gift amount. We do not always receive information that identifies you as a donor, and this way, we can ensure the gift is linked to your account and thank you for your commitment to animals.

Ways to Use Your DAF

Make an Impact For Animals Now Who Need You Most
With DAFs, you are setting aside charitable dollars that can be used to help animals today. Your support enables us to rescue animals from disaster and cruelty and address their urgent needs.

Easy Set Up of Recurring Payments to Continue Helping Animals
You can set up monthly or annual recurring grants to ensure the ASPCA can continue our lifesaving work. Contact your DAF administrator or select this option online via DAFpay.

Create Your Animal Welfare Legacy
You can choose to have any remaining DAF funds distributed to the ASPCA after your lifetime by naming the ASPCA as a beneficiary of all or a portion of remaining funds. Contact us about your plans so we can support!

The ASPCA does not give individual tax advice, so please always consult your professional tax advisor on how a Donor-Advised Fund might impact you specifically. The service providers mentioned on this page are not an exhaustive list and are listed for informational purposes only. The ASPCA does not endorse them or their services.

What DAF Giving Means to Our Donors:

"My DAF has become more than a financial tool. It’s a way of shaping my giving around intention, reflection, and values. It helps me pause long enough to ask what kind of difference I want to make — and then act on that answer."

— Kate

"I chose the ASPCA because I have been a supporter even before my DAF was put together, and I view this organization as a body which can stop animal cruelty."

— Ingrid

"I use a DAF fund because it has tax advantages and because I was able to build up its assets while I was still growing my career. I choose the entities I want to give money to based on a review of their performance, how much money is actually spent on the goals of the charity, and how effective they are actually achieving their stated goals. I chose the ASPCA because I follow its work, and I believe it is the most effective organization to save the most number of endangered animals from abuse and euthanasia."

— Hal

Donor-Advised Fund FAQs:

What is a DAF?

A Donor-Advised Fund is a tax-advantaged charitable giving account. When you contribute money to the account, you receive an immediate tax-deduction. The money is then invested tax-free and is granted to charity over time.

What are some common DAF providers?

There are over 1,150 providers around the country. Commonly used DAF providers include Fidelity Charitable, GS DAF, DAFgiving360, Vanguard Charitable, National Philanthropic Trust and local community foundations.

What information do I need to recommend a DAF gift?

Just have the ASPCA Federal EIN #13-1623829 handy and use the widget above to easily complete your gift!

Can I direct my gift to go to a certain ASPCA program?

Your generous DAF gift will go to the area of greatest need at the ASPCA. If you’re giving a gift of $10,000 or more, you can consult with our major gifts team at [email protected].

How can I receive an acknowledgement for my gift?

Please notify us of your DAF gift by emailing [email protected] or calling (646) 291-4517 and include the name of your DAF institution, fund name and gift amount. When we have your information, we will send you an acknowledgement of your giving with our thanks.

What and when is DAFday?

This year, the third annual DAFday falls on October 8, 2026. It’s a dedicated day for the thousands of DAF holders to make a BIG impact by recommending a DAF gift to their charity of choice.