Donor-advised fund can be used to establish charitable legacy, experts say

OTTAWA -- Millions of Canadians dig into their wallets and donate to charities every year, but if you want to build a lasting charitable legacy, experts say a donor-advised fund might be for you. Bibi Patel, vice-president at the Ottawa Community Foundation, says a donor-advised fund is like having your own private foundation, but without the administrative headaches. "It offers donors a chance to be involved and hands-on in their giving," Patel says. To establish a donor-advised fund, you make