Giving Smarter: Unlocking the Power of Donor-Advised Funds

2026 Giving & Growth Series

A speaker series on philanthropy and planning

Giving Smarter: Unlocking the Power of Donor-Advised Funds

Presented by Randy Ross * Vice President, Donor Services * Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan

Lunch & Presentation

Friday, September 25, 2026

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Schoolcraft College Vistatech Center, In W210AB

Join us for the next Giving & Growth luncheon as we explore one of philanthropy's fastest-growing charitable giving tools: donor-advised funds.

Whether you're already familiar with donor-advised funds or simply curious about how they work, this conversation will offer practical insights into how DAFs can simplify charitable giving, create tax advantages, and support your long-term philanthropic and estate planning goals.

Presented by Randy Ross of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, the session will cover the fundamentals of donor-advised funds, their tax and planning advantages, and how they can help individuals and families support the causes they care about—today and for years to come.