Demystifying Donor Advised Funds (DAFs): What Every Nonprofit Should Know

About This Webinar

With new U.S. policy changes on the horizon, now is the time to get clear on how Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) really work and what these changes could mean for your organization. DAFs are transforming the way people give. They’re opening new doors for philanthropy while also creating new challenges for nonprofits trying to keep pace.

In this engaging session, you’ll learn:

• Current trends in donor behavior and motivations
• How DAFs operate and why they’re reshaping charitable giving
• Smart strategies to connect with DAF donors and diversify your revenue streams

You’ll walk away with a confident understanding of DAFs—ready to adapt your fundraising approach, engage donors more effectively, and build long-term sustainability in the changing world of giving.

Registration Fee:

• General Admission: $50
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Scholarships:

If you are a CNM Scholarship Recipient, please send an email to dpreciado@cnmsocal.org to receive your discount code.

Facilitator Bios:

Lupe Ramos-Silva is a seasoned development leader with 30 years of experience designing fundraising strategies that are bold, values driven, and responsive to community needs. From launching national Latino engagement campaigns at St. Jude to raising over $100 million at Exceptional Minds, Lupe brings a grounded, relationship-based approach to fund development. She has supported both capital campaigns and grassroots initiatives across the country, offering deep insight into funding strategies rooted in equity, cultural relevance, and trust.

Most recently, Lupe has been working alongside organizations at pivotal moments in their growth, including advising on a $20 million capital campaign and supporting local efforts that blend cultural storytelling with fund development. Her perspective is also shaped by her work as a grant proposal reviewer, giving her a behind the scenes understanding of how funders assess alignment and impact. Lupe’s approach is both strategic and human centered, grounded in real world practice, shaped by decades of experience, and rooted in the belief that strong relationships and clarity of purpose are essential to sustainable fundraising.