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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 34 MIN

Are these numbers right?

from Idle Treasure: a Christian response to the wealth sitting in donor advised funds · host Courtney Markley

In this episode we pull back the curtain on donor advised funds to ask a sharper question: if assets are allocated but not activated, have we truly surrendered them to God’s purposes? With billions of dollars sitting in DAFs and urgent needs multiplying, we explore the tension between smart planning and delayed impact.Throughout the conversation we break down the core mechanics of DAFs, from why givers use them to the real advantages for non-cash gifts and tax efficiency. Then we tackle the metrics. We explore the statistics around DAFs and what these numbers represent. We also step back to see what information might be missing and what false assumptions we might be bringing to the table. If you’ve wondered whether DAFs are parking lots or highways for charity, this conversation offers both clarity and challenge. Links from episode:DAF Research Collaborative ReportIdle Treasure is sponsored by the Center for Financial Discipleship.Idle Treasure is sponsored by the Center for Financial Discipleship.

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