Donor Participation Program

Donor Advised Funds

Clubs that would like to make restricted contributions for a specific health related purpose to the AKC Canine Health Foundation may do so by establishing a donor advised fund. These contributions are restricted to a purpose established by the donor, which may be either an individual or a club.

Some of the features of donor advised funds include:

• Contributions may be restricted to health research that will advance the health of a particular breed.
• Contributions may be restricted to health research that will study a specific disease or group of diseases.
• The advice of the donor may be sought by the Foundation regarding research to be supported with the restricted contribution.
• Multiple contributions may be accepted to the fund from clubs and individuals.
• Interest may be earned on the sum total of contributions to donor advised funds.
• Donations to the Foundation are tax deductible.

Clubs with Donor Advised Funds are asked to appoint a health liaison to keep the Foundation advised of current information regarding the breed and the health priorities of the parent club.

Who should consider establishing Donor Advised Funds?

• Clubs who want to designate funds for canine health projects and do not want to manage the administrative needs of a separate Foundation.
• Individuals desiring to make a significant contribution to canine health and having specific canine health interests.

Is there a minimum contribution?

There is no specific amount, however, the contribution should be enough to partially fund at least one research study. Donor advised funds have been initiated with amounts ranging from $2,000 to $50,000

For more information on donor advised funds, please call the office at 1-888-682-9696.

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