Donor-Advised Funds | Lee's Summit Social Services
Lee's Summit Social Services • Federal Tax ID / EIN: 43-1604974

Lee's Summit Social Services

Serving local families in need with compassion & dignity

Smarter Philanthropy for Local Impact

Support Lee's Summit Families Through Donor-Advised Funds (DAF)

Maximize your tax advantages while providing essential food assistance, emergency utility aid, and housing security for neighbors in need throughout our community.

Calculate Tax Savings How DAFs Work

Why Give via Donor-Advised Fund?

Immediate Tax Deduction

Receive an immediate income tax deduction in the year you contribute to your fund, even if grant distributions are made over time.

Avoid Capital Gains

Donate appreciated stocks, mutual funds, or assets directly to your DAF without paying capital gains tax, yielding up to 20% more for charity.

Direct Local Impact

Direct your DAF grant directly to Lee's Summit Social Services to keep our food pantry stocked and families safe in their homes.

Interactive Donor Tool

DAF Grant & Community Impact Calculator

See how your tax-deductible gift converts into food & emergency aid in Lee's Summit

$2,500
$250 $10,000 $25,000

*Calculations provide estimated tax savings. Consult your tax advisor or financial planner for specific tax advice.

Estimated Gift Summary

Your DAF Grant: $2,500
Estimated Income Tax Savings: $600
Net Cost of Your Gift: $1,900

Local Lee's Summit Impact:

  • 750 meals provided to local families
  • Emergency utility aid for 5 households

How to Recommend a DAF Grant to LSSS

1

Log In to Your DAF

Log into your sponsor account (e.g., Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, GKCCF, Vanguard Charitable).

2

Search LSSS & EIN

Search for Lee's Summit Social Services or enter our Tax ID / EIN: 43-1604974.

3

Recommend Grant

Specify the grant amount and submit. Your sponsor will process and disburse the funds directly to support our community programs.

Information for Your DAF Provider

Please provide these exact organization details when setting up your grant recommendation:

Legal Name:
Lee's Summit Social Services
Federal EIN / Tax ID:
43-1604974
Mailing Address:
108 SE 4th St, Lee's Summit, MO 64063
Tax Status:
501(c)(3) Public Charity
Phone / Inquiries:
(816) 525-4357

Notify Us of Your DAF Gift

Because DAF sponsors sometimes omit donor details, letting us know ensures proper acknowledgment.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. IRS rules prohibit donors from receiving goods, services, event tickets, or gala admission in exchange for grants distributed through a Donor-Advised Fund. Grants must be purely charitable contributions.
Yes, IRS rules permit DAF grants to satisfy non-binding intentions or commitments. However, legal terms vary by sponsor, so consult your DAF provider when setting up multi-year gift intentions.
Most DAF grant distributions take 1 to 3 weeks from the time you submit the recommendation online through your sponsor.

Lee's Summit Social Services

108 SE 4th St, Lee's Summit, MO 64063 • EIN: 43-1604974

© Lee's Summit Social Services. All Rights Reserved.