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<h4 class="p1">Generosity</h4>
<p>What is revolutionary, biblical generosity? Find articles, devotionals, and family discussion guides that explore what generosity is and why it changes the world.</p>


Generosity

Curated teachings on generosity in the Bible.

Biblical Generosity Lessons

Tools to build a culture of generosity in your family.

Generosity Resources for Families

See how families like yours practice generosity in their own lives.

Family Case Studies

Meet families who have been transformed by championing a cause together.

Cause Champions

What does it look like when a family partners with The Signatry?

2024 Annual Report

Stories and statistics charting our impact, reported every quarter.

Impact Reports

Common questions and misconceptions about generosity in everyday life.

Generosity Blog Series

<h4 class="p1">Donor Advised Fund</h4>
<p>Donor advised funds (DAFs) are flexible giving tools your family can use to build habits of generosity together. The fund is a partnership with a sponsor organization and holds your contributions until it is time to send support to your favorite nonprofits.</p>
<p>Learn more about how to use donor advised funds and how to choose a values-aligned sponsor organization:</p>


Donor Advised Fund

A donor advised fund holds your contributions until it is time to send support to your favorite nonprofits. 

What is a Donor Advised Fund?

Set up an account. Make your contribution. Start recommending grants.

How to Set Up a DAF

A donor advised fund is a partnership. Find a partner that shares your faith and values. 

Why The Signatry?

Invest a fund balance in pools that support Christian values. 

Biblically Responsible Investments

Entrepreneurial opportunities to grow a donor advised fund

Alternative Investments

Recommend your financial advisor to manage investments for a donor advised fund balance.

Advisor Managed Accounts

Funds cost $0 to open and nothing to maintain. Small fees apply to certain contribution methods and investments. Learn more. 

Fees and Minimums

How other charitable giving strategies work together with a donor advised fund. 

Other Ways to Give

<h4 class="p1">Asset Giving</h4>
<p>Donor advised funds can accept noncash donations such as real estate, business interests, and other assets. Donating these noncash assets before they are sold can help minimize your taxes to maximize your generosity.</p>


Asset Giving

Noncash Asset Giving - Overview

Donate Appreciated Stock

Donate Business Interests

Donate Real Estate

Donate Cryptocurrency

Estimate how much more you could give by donating an asset rather than cash proceeds. 

Generosity Calculator

<h4 class="p1">Who We Are</h4>
<p>The Signatry is a donor advised fund (DAF) sponsor, but we are more importantly a Christian ministry seeking to build the kingdom of God by inspiring world-changing generosity. </p>


Who We Are

Our Story

Mission, Vision, & Values

Financials & Impact

Board of Directors

Leadership & Team

Statement of Faith

<h4 class="p1">Resources</h4>
<p>Discussion guides, planning tools, and other charitable giving information to serve families, financial advisors, and nonprofits.</p>


Resources

Families

Advisors

Nonprofits

Forms for Donors

Help Center

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<h1>Haverkamp Family Minimizes Tax and Maximizes Generosity</h1>
<p>The Haverkamp family used their real estate assets to fund a college ministry by donating rental property which was then liquidated. This strategic approach reduced taxes, allowing them to maximize their gift and make a greater impact on the ministry.</p>
<p>“For anyone who has a highly appreciated asset, giving through an organization like The Signatry is just so tax efficient and can really multiply your giving,” Brent Haverkamp said.</p>
<p><strong>Try the generosity calculator to estimate how much greater your impact could be if you give assets rather than selling the asset and giving from the proceeds.</strong></p>


<h2 class="subheading">Generosity Calculator</h2>
<p class="subheading">This illustration tool will help provide a general scenario of the difference that can occur when you give assets before the sale versus selling the asset and giving from the proceeds.</p>
<p>Each situation is unique, so we encourage you to reach out to us to discuss your specific situation. Our team is ready to serve you and your advisors to help accomplish your charitable goals.</p>


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