Ways of Giving: Practicing Dasvandh in the Modern World
For centuries, Sikhs have lived by the principle of Dasvandh — setting aside one-tenth of our earnings in service of humanity.
Today, there are many ways to carry that same spirit forward. Whether you prefer giving once, setting up recurring donations, or creating a long-term legacy, Dasvandh Network helps make your seva simple, transparent, and impactful.
Below are the main ways you can give — each grounded in Sikh values and supported through DVN.
1. One-Time Giving
The simplest way to make an impact.
Choose a project or organization that resonates with you and give directly through DVN’s secure platform.
2. Recurring or Monthly Giving (AutoDasvandh)
Turn seva into a habit.
Set up an automatic monthly donation and make giving part of your rhythm.
3. Employer Matching Gifts
Double your impact — at no extra cost.
Many employers match their employees’ donations. A quick HR check could instantly multiply your dasvandh.
More information coming soon on Employer Matching. If you're curious if your employer matches gifts, please go to our page for Employer Match to see more details on eligibility and process.
4. Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
Plan your giving with purpose.
A DAF lets you donate assets, claim an immediate tax deduction, and support Sikh causes over time.
Coming soon: → [Learn more about DAF giving ›]
5. Legacy and Planned Giving
Keep your seva alive for generations.
Include Dasvandh Network or Sikh organizations in your will or estate plan to create an enduring legacy of giving.
Coming Soon: → [Learn more about legacy giving ›]
6. Stock, Crypto, or Asset Donations
Give smarter, not smaller.
Coming soon: By donating appreciated assets, you can maximize your impact while gaining tax benefits.
Coming Soon: → [Learn more about stock and crypto giving ›]
7. Endowment Giving
Build the future of Sikh philanthropy.
Coming soon: Contribute to an Endowment Fund and help create sustainable, long-term support for Sikh-led organizations.
Coming Soon: → [Learn more about endowment giving ›]
8. Workplace & Payroll Giving
Effortless, recurring support.
If your employer offers payroll deductions for charity, you can set your dasvandh to happen automatically.
Coming Soon: → [Learn more about workplace giving ›]
9. Volunteering & In-Kind Support
Give your time, skills, or expertise.
Dasvandh isn’t only financial — offering your talents is seva in action.
If you’re interested in volunteering or would like to be connected to any organization on the platform, please reach out via Contact Us.
If you’re a high school student and interested in giving back to your community, please reach out via Contact Us.
Every act of Dasvandh matters.
No matter how you give, each form of generosity sustains the ecosystem of Sikh-led organizations and strengthens our collective impact.
Start your giving journey today → dvnetwork.org
If you have any questions, please reach out to us via Contact Us.
