Welcome to this special launch-day episode of The Nonprofit Coach: And Everything DAF! with your host Ted Hart, global philanthropy executive and author of The DAF Revolution: Making a Difference in Our Modern World.

In this milestone conversation, Ted is joined by Joe Fisher, President and CEO of REN, a leading philanthropic technology firm entrusted with more than $20 billion in charitable assets. Joe is also the author of the Foreword to The DAF Revolution and a driving force behind efforts to modernize how advisors and donors engage with philanthropy.

Together, Ted and Joe explore what is next for donor-advised funds and why this moment signals a turning point for the sector.

Key themes in this episode include:

• A call for clarity and simplicity – Why transparency, intuitive tools, and advisor empowerment are essential to building trust in the next generation of giving

• The rise of “DAF 2.0” – How evolving client expectations are transforming the sector, from custom platforms to sponsor solutions

• The advisor advantage – How financial professionals can ask the right questions and connect clients with the right tools

• Bringing The DAF Revolution to life – Joe shares why he chose to support the book, what message it delivers to the sector, and how it aligns with REN’s mission to scale generosity through technology

This episode celebrates the official release of The DAF Revolution , a book filled with insights from more than 120 experts across philanthropy, finance, law, and technology. It is available now on Amazon and wherever you buy your favorite books.

Whether you are a donor, advisor, sponsor, or nonprofit leader, you will find inspiration and practical insight in this timely conversation.

Welcome to this episode of The Nonprofit Coach: Everything DAF! with your host Ted Hart, global philanthropy executive and author of The DAF Revolution: Making a Difference in Our Modern World.

In this conversation, Ted sits down with Matt Nash, Executive Director of The Blackbaud Giving Fund, to explore how technology is reshaping donor-advised funds (DAFs) and transforming the way donors and nonprofits connect.

Matt shares an inside look at the Blackbaud Giving Fund’s role as a donor-advised fund sponsor that powers workplace giving, peer-to-peer fundraising, and global charitable support. Together, Ted and Matt unpack how digital platforms are making giving easier, faster, and more transparent — “taking the sand out of the gears” of philanthropy.

Key themes you’ll hear in this episode include:

• Technology-powered DAFs: How workplace giving platforms, peer-to-peer campaigns, and digital wallets are revolutionizing donor engagement.

• Ease and speed of giving: Why simple, mobile-friendly solutions encourage generosity and allow nonprofits to receive funds in days, not weeks.

• Opportunities and challenges for nonprofits: What it means to receive funds through intermediaries, the importance of registering with giving platforms, and strategies for better donor stewardship.

• Misconceptions about anonymity: Why more than 90% of DAF donors do provide their names and contact information — and how nonprofits can capture and use that data effectively.

• The dual nature of giving decisions: How DAFs separate the “head” (tax and financial planning) from the “heart” (personal values and causes) to foster more intentional philanthropy.

• Policy insights and wishes for the future: Why Matt and many others in the sector hope that Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from retirement accounts will one day be eligible for donor-advised funds.

• Practical advice for all stakeholders: How donors, advisors, and nonprofit leaders can leverage DAFs to strengthen relationships and amplify impact.

Matt brings over a decade of experience helping nonprofits understand and engage with DAF donors, and in this episode, he offers clear, practical advice you can put to work immediately. From donor psychology to financial planning, from stewardship to technology integration, this conversation provides a roadmap for thriving in the fast-evolving world of donor-advised funds.

Whether you are a donor seeking to give more effectively, an advisor guiding clients, or a nonprofit leader striving to engage DAF donors more strategically, you’ll find actionable takeaways in this episode.

Join Ted Hart and Matt Nash as they shed light on how technology, trust, and DAFs are shaping the future of philanthropy.