As a financial advisor, you have multiple tools available for managing your clients’ DAF assets. This includes full control over Advisor-Managed Portfolios (AMPs), collaborative target allocation suggestions for Endaoment-managed portfolios, and coordination of cash management for grant distributions.

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Advisor-Managed Portfolios (AMPs)

Advisor-Managed Portfolios are the cornerstone of DAF asset management, giving you direct control over a portion of your clients’ charitable assets through your existing platform and processes.

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Automatic AMP Setup

New advisor-managed DAFs are automatically configured with:
  • 100% AMP Allocation: Assets initially allocated entirely to your management
  • Shell Account Creation: Dedicated accounts at your existing broker-dealer
  • Platform Integration: Seamless management through your current trading system
  • Custom Fee Structure: Ability to configure your own management fees within the AMP setup

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AMP Management Capabilities

Full Investment Control
  • Asset Selection: Complete flexibility in investment choices
  • Alternative Investments: Access to private markets, real estate, and specialized strategies
  • Rebalancing: Manage portfolio rebalancing on your timeline
  • Tax Management: Coordinate tax-loss harvesting and optimization strategies
Operational Integration
  • Existing Platform: Use your current trading and portfolio management systems
  • Client Reporting: Integrate with your standard client reporting processes
  • Risk Management: Apply your established risk management frameworks
  • Compliance: Maintain consistency with your firm’s investment policies

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Requesting Additional AMPs

Clients can request AMPs through:
  1. Client Dashboard: “Request Advisor-Managed Portfolio” button on fund page
  2. Direct Contact: Advisor email request to admin@endaoment.org
  3. Onboarding Process: Automatic setup during initial DAF creation

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Portfolio Reporting Requirements

Monthly reporting ensures proper oversight and regulatory compliance for all Advisor-Managed Portfolios.

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Monthly Statement Submission

Submission Requirements
  • Frequency: Monthly statements required for all AMPs
  • Destination: Send to advisors@endaoment.org
  • Timeline: Submit by the 15th of each month for the previous month
  • Alternative: Upload via integrated client portal if available
Required Information
  • Current market value of all holdings
  • Individual position details and quantities
  • Cash balances in shell accounts
  • Any corporate actions or position changes
  • Performance attribution if available

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Valuation Methods

Traditional Securities
  • Market Value: Use current market prices for publicly traded securities
  • Pricing Source: Standard pricing services (Bloomberg, Reuters, etc.)
  • Timing: End-of-month valuations preferred
Private Market Investments
  • Fair Market Value: Mark to latest available fair market value
  • Cost Basis: Use cost basis if FMV not available
  • Documentation: Provide valuation source and methodology
  • Updates: Report valuation changes when new information becomes available

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Reporting Best Practices

Documentation Standards
  • Use consistent formatting across all statements
  • Include all required data points for each portfolio
  • Maintain clear position identification (CUSIP, ticker symbols)
  • Provide context for large position movements
  • Flag any unusual activity or significant changes
Timeline Management
  • Submit reports by the 15th to ensure timely processing
  • Notify Endaoment of any expected delays
  • Coordinate with month-end closing procedures
  • Plan for holiday schedule adjustments

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Cash Management for Grant Distributions

Effective cash management ensures sufficient liquidity for grant distributions while maintaining optimal investment allocation.

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Grant Liquidation Process

Advance Planning
  • Grant Pipeline: Monitor client’s planned charitable distributions
  • Cash Positioning: Maintain appropriate cash levels for expected grants
  • Liquidation Timing: Coordinate asset sales with grant timing needs
  • Tax Considerations: Optimize liquidation timing for tax efficiency
Execution Coordination
  • Grant Requests: Receive advance notice of upcoming grant distributions
  • Liquidity Assessment: Evaluate current cash position and liquidation needs
  • Asset Selection: Choose optimal positions for liquidation to raise cash
  • Settlement Timing: Ensure cash availability aligns with grant execution

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Cash Management Strategies

Conservative Approach
  • Higher Cash Allocation: Maintain 10-15% in money market or cash equivalent
  • Immediate Availability: Grants can be processed without asset liquidation
  • Lower Returns: Trade-off between liquidity and investment growth
Aggressive Approach
  • Lower Cash Allocation: Maintain 2-5% cash for immediate needs
  • Higher Investment: Maximize assets in growth investments
  • Liquidation Coordination: Require advance notice for large grants
Dynamic Management
  • Seasonal Adjustments: Increase cash during high-giving periods
  • Client Communication: Coordinate with client’s giving calendar and tax planning
  • Market Timing: Consider market conditions when planning liquidations

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Allocation Strategies Across Portfolio Types

While you have full control over AMPs, you can also suggest target allocation changes across Endaoment-managed portfolios to complement your management approach.

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Available Portfolio Categories

Your Advisor-Managed Portfolio
  • Assets you manage directly on your existing platform
  • Held in shell accounts at your broker-dealer
  • Full flexibility for alternative investments and private markets
  • Your custom fee structure applies
Traditional Asset Portfolios
  • Index funds, money markets, and fixed income options
  • Minimum investment: $500 per portfolio
  • Variable annual fees (0.50% minimum)
  • Professional management by Endaoment’s team
Digital Asset Portfolios
  • Bitcoin, Ethereum, tokens, over 1000+ tokens available
  • 1.00% annual fee
  • Maximum 30% of total platform assets per investment policy
Impact Investment Portfolios
  • Values-aligned investments with social/environmental benefits
  • Board-approved options focused on positive societal impact
  • Combines financial returns with charitable values alignment

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Target Allocation Suggestion Workflow

Step 1: Access Fund Allocation
  1. Navigate to client’s DAF from your Endaoment dashboard
  2. Locate “Fund Allocation” section under “Add Assets” & “Make Grant” buttons
  3. Click “Edit Allocation” to open allocation editor
Step 2: Propose Portfolio Mix Changes
  1. Search & Select: Browse available portfolio options
  2. Add Portfolios: Click ”+” button next to desired portfolios
  3. Set Target Percentages: Adjust allocation for each selected portfolio
  4. Verify Total: Ensure all percentages add up to 100%
Step 3: Submit for Approval
  1. Review proposed target allocation strategy
  2. Click “Save Changes” to submit recommendations to client
  3. Client Approval Required: Suggestions queued for client review and approval

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Key Collaboration Permissions

What You Control Independently:
  • AMP Management: Full control over Advisor-Managed Portfolio investments
  • Asset Selection: Complete investment decision-making within AMPs
  • Rebalancing: Manage AMP rebalancing on your timeline
What Requires Client Approval:
  • Target Allocation Changes: Suggestions for Endaoment-managed portfolio allocations
  • Portfolio Mix Adjustments: Addition or removal of portfolio types
  • Percentage Changes: Adjustments to any non-AMP portfolio allocations
Implementation Process:
  • Weekly Rebalancing: Approved changes implemented during Endaoment’s ~weekly rebalancing cycle
  • Professional Execution: Endaoment’s team handles all trades for managed portfolios
  • Coordination: Work within Endaoment’s infrastructure policies and timing

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Strategic Allocation Considerations

Risk Management
  • Diversification: Balance AMP concentration with Endaoment-managed diversification
  • Correlation: Consider correlation between AMP strategy and suggested portfolios
  • Capacity Limits: Respect platform-wide portfolio caps for compliance
Client Objectives
  • Risk Tolerance: Align allocation with client’s overall risk profile
  • Time Horizon: Consider client’s expected giving timeline and growth needs
  • Values Alignment: Incorporate impact investing based on client preferences
Operational Efficiency
  • Rebalancing Coordination: Work with weekly rebalancing cycles for optimal execution
  • Minimum Investments: Respect $500 minimum for individual portfolio allocations
  • Fee Optimization: Balance management fees across different portfolio types

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Working with Endaoment’s Infrastructure

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Weekly Rebalancing Process

  • Timing: Endaoment conducts ~weekly portfolio rebalancing
  • Implementation: Approved allocation changes executed during rebalancing cycles
  • Coordination: Align your recommendations with this systematic approach
  • Optimization: Endaoment determines optimal timing and methods for portfolio transitions

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Investment Policy Compliance

Broad Investment Guidelines
  • Advisory Privileges: As fund advisor, you have advisory privileges over investment recommendations, consistent with Endaoment policies
  • Default IPS: All AMPs adopt Endaoment’s broad Investment Policy and default Investment Policy Statement for Advisor-Managed Portfolios
  • Policy Framework: Guidelines accommodate a wide range of investment strategies while maintaining charitable purpose alignment
Committee Approval Requirements
  • Standard AMPs: Default Investment Policy Statement allows most traditional and alternative investment strategies
  • Custom Strategies: Any deviation from the default IPS requires Investment Committee or Board approval before implementation
  • Private Markets: Blended capital or specialized private investment strategies must receive pre-approval
  • Timeline: Allow adequate time for committee review during the approval process
Asset Deployment Limits
  • Portfolio Caps: Respect protocol-wide limits on asset deployment for compliance
  • Diversification: Balance concentration risk across portfolio types and asset classes
  • Regulatory Requirements: Maintain compliance with 501(c)(3) and advisor custody regulations

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Risk Management & Exit Rights

Crisis Response Capabilities
  • Exit Authority: Endaoment retains the right to exit any portfolio position at any time for safety or risk management reasons
  • Emergency Action: Crisis response procedures prioritize asset protection and regulatory compliance
  • Communication: Immediate notification to advisors of any emergency position changes
  • Documentation: All emergency actions documented with clear reasoning and timeline
Ongoing Risk Oversight
  • Position Monitoring: Regular review of portfolio positions for risk management
  • Market Conditions: Heightened oversight during volatile market periods
  • Compliance Review: Ongoing assessment of positions for regulatory compliance
  • Coordination: Work collaboratively with advisors on risk management decisions when time permits

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Private Market Investment Requirements

Prohibited Persons Compliance
  • Questionnaire Required: DAFs seeking private market exposure must maintain a completed Prohibited Persons/Entities Questionnaire on file
  • Annual Updates: Questionnaire must be refreshed annually to support compliance
  • Anti-Prohibited Benefit: Ensures compliance with IRS regulations prohibiting excess benefit transactions
  • UBIT Compliance: Supports Unrelated Business Income Tax compliance for private investments
Private Market Access
  • Documentation: Maintain current Prohibited Persons documentation before private market deployment
  • Review Process: Enhanced due diligence for private investment opportunities
  • Ongoing Monitoring: Regular compliance review for private market positions
  • Exit Planning: Clear procedures for private investment liquidation if needed

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Professional Support

  • Technical Assistance: Support available for allocation planning and implementation
  • Market Insights: Coordination with Endaoment’s investment team for market perspectives
  • Compliance Guidance: Ongoing support for regulatory and operational questions
For complete details on managing collaborator access, see Adding a Collaborator. For information on withdrawal policies and procedures, see Policies and Procedures.