Planned Giving

With a planned gift to AFI, you make a lasting investment toward a celebration of movies and quality storytelling. You might even enjoy financial benefits yourself!

About Bequests

You may be looking for a way to make a significant gift to help further our mission. A bequest is a gift made through your will or trust. It is one of the most popular and flexible ways that you can support our cause.

Beneficiary Designation Gifts

You can designate us as a beneficiary of a retirement, investment or bank account or your life insurance policy.

IRA Charitable Rollover

Also known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution, this giving strategy allows people age 70½ and older to reduce their taxable income by making a gift directly from their IRA.

Donor Advised Funds (DAF)

You fund a DAF and make charitable gift recommendations during your lifetime. When you pass away, your children can carry on your legacy of giving.


The American Film Institute champions the future of the moving image as an art form. We believe in the revolutionary power of visual storytelling to share diverse perspectives, inspire empathy and drive culture forward.

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