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Wondering how much you will pay in fees? Try our cost calculator. Here's how: Think of an asset. Estimate the value of that asset in dollars and enter that number into the calculator. Select how you would like to view the results: as an illustration or within your portfolio. You can try different contribution amounts for all types of assets.

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Investment Fee

The investment fee pays for the management of invested assets to allow for charitable growth. When recommending investments, you can select from a range of optionsacross major asset classes that span the risk spectrum. When invested, charitable assets may compound tax-free, increasing your philanthropic impact over time.

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*This number represents Vanguard Charitable’s investment fee average compared to the industry average fee, which is calculated based on the average expense ratios charged by other donor-advised fund sponsors, according to the most recent publicly available fee schedules.

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Open a philanthropic account

Opening a charitable giving account takes about 15 minutes.

Thank you for choosing Vanguard Charitable. To open an account, you'll need to have a few informational items nearby for the application process. Grab a pen, something to write on, and then click through the arrows below to get a quick overview of what's to come.

After scrolling through the slider, click the open an account button. The first step is to consent to terms and electronic delivery agreement. This step confirms you understand that all contributed assets are property of Vanguard Charitable, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization independent of Vanguard. Once the account is opened, it can only be accessed through this website or by a Vanguard Charitable representative.

When you reach the end of the open an account process, be sure to review your information, sign electronically, and print a copy for your records.

Before you start, scroll through the slider to get familiar with:

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Accounts

To open an account, you will need:

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For individuals associated with this account, you will need:

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Investments

You can choose from low-cost, high-quality investments, backed by Vanguard, that help grow contributions tax free:

Portfolio Solutions: Straightforward, pre-allocated investments with professional rebalancing.
Portfolio Builders: Funds across risk and asset classes to create custom investments.
Values-driven Investments: Socially responsible investment options.

Grants

The minimum grant amount is $500. Grants, given anonymously or with name recognition, can be recommended to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits in good standing with the IRS. Whether you recommend one-time grants or set up recurring grants, we take care of the due diligence to ensure you get the tax-deduction.

Account Management

You will be asked to add account advisors and interested parties who can help you manage the account.

Now that you've completed the overview and grabbed the items you need, click the Open an Account button and get ready to experience the value in giving with the most convenient, cost effective, and impactful donor-advised fund.

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Interested in opening an account, discussing a contribution or learning more about Vanguard Charitable? Use the form below, click Submit, and we’ll be in touch soon. Don’t forget to visit our FAQs for quick answers to frequently asked questions.

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