Have you used a DAF before? Shares actually do not have to be given to a specific charity when using one, at least not what most people would consider a "charit

Have you used a DAF before? Shares actually do not have to be given to a specific charity when using one, at least not what most people would consider a "charity" when they use it colloquially -- this first charity is there mostly for bookkeeping. You are correct that DAF contributions are considered charitable donations in the year they are made, however.