RSF recognizes that gift money has a specific and important role to play in economic life, seeding new ideas, building community, and taking risks. We do not seek market-rate returns for our DAF investments as a primary goal. We believe that the flexible nature of gift money—its ability to create innovation and build trust without the pressure of maximizing returns as a primary driver—is one of its most important features.
RSF invests the majority of Donor Advised Funds in the Liquidity Portfolio. The portfolio focuses on creating long-term relationships with institutions that offer unique opportunities for positive impact in their communities by supporting economic development projects, affordable housing, and environmental initiatives. This portfolio offers donors an opportunity to preserve principal and maintain liquidity for grantmaking while supporting leading mission-driven institutions.