At the American Muslim Community Foundation (AMCF), we believe charitable giving is most effective when it’s strategic, sustained, and supported by strong infrastructure. That’s where administrative fees come in.
Whether you give through a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) or endowment, your contribution does more than support a single cause—it strengthens an entire ecosystem of Muslim philanthropy. To maintain this impact, AMCF charges modest administrative fees. We know the word “fees” can raise questions—so let’s break down what they really support and why they matter.
What Administrative Fees Support
Administrative fees cover far more than general overhead. They’re a reinvestment into the tools and services that make your giving go further:
- Expert Investment Management
Your charitable dollars are carefully managed to grow over time and meet long-term community needs. - Compliance & Accountability
We ensure your fund meets IRS regulations and follows financial transparency best practices. - Philanthropic Education
From donor webinars and nonprofit trainings to resource sharing, AMCF builds a smarter, stronger giving community. - Donor Support & Relationship Building
We help you align your giving with your values, build family giving plans, and identify vetted nonprofit partners. - Technology & Tools
Secure donor portals and reporting systems give you visibility, confidence, and convenience.
Unlike commercial DAF providers, AMCF is a nonprofit too. Our administrative fees are reinvested—not distributed to shareholders.
2025 Administrative Fee Structure Update
To maintain high-quality services, AMCF has updated its administrative fee structure for Donor Advised Funds and Endowments, effective in 2025. These changes reflect rising costs for staffing, programming, and technology upgrades.
New Fee Structure (2025)
Applies to both DAFs and Endowments
| Budget Range | Annual Fee |
|---|
| Up to $500,000 | 0.75% or $175 minimum |
| Next $500,000 | 0.40% |
| Next $1.5 million | 0.30% |
| Next $2.5 million | 0.25% |
| Over $5 million | 0.20% |
Example Scenarios
- $20,000 Fund Balance
→ New Fee: $175 (previously $125–$150) - $50,000 Fund Balance
→ New Fee: $375 - $1.25 Million Fund Balance
→ $3,750 (first $500K) + $2,000 (next $500K) + $750 (remaining $250K)
→ Total: $6,500
Additional Updates for 2025
- Automatic Fund Investment
All DAFs will now be automatically invested (no opt-in required) in our sharia compliant ethically managed portfolios with our partner, Andalus Capital. - Investment Fees
- 1% annual management fee to Andalus Capital
- 0.15% of positive ROI per quarter (payable to AMCF)
- Quarterly Reporting
Donors will receive clear, quarterly breakdowns of administrative and investment fees for better planning, with insights reflected in their portals. - Updated Endowment Agreement
The 2025 endowment agreement now reflects the new fee structure. All other terms remain unchanged.
Why These Fees Matter
Administrative fees ensure AMCF can:
- Steward your DAF or endowment with excellence
- Offer donor education, events, and engagement opportunities
- Build the systems that sustain long-term giving
- Serve the broader Muslim nonprofit sector with transparency and care
This isn’t just about dollars. It’s about dignity, trust, and lasting impact. When you give through AMCF, your administrative fees help shape a future where Muslim philanthropy is strategic, scalable, and deeply rooted in community.
Bottom Line
At AMCF, administrative fees are not a burden—they’re a bridge. They support the mission-critical work that turns generosity into action and vision into results.
Give confidently. Invest intentionally. Build boldly.