Many faith traditions teach the importance of giving — whether it's tithing, zakat, dana, or tzedakah. Mustard's Seed feature makes it easy to integrate giving into your investment routine.
The Tradition of Giving
- Christianity: Tithing — giving 10% of income — is a longstanding practice rooted in scripture
- Islam: Zakat requires giving 2.5% of wealth annually to those in need
- Judaism: Tzedakah (charity) is considered a moral obligation
- Buddhism: Dana (generosity) is the first of the perfections
- Hinduism: Daan (charity) is a key dharmic practice
How Seed Works
Mustard's Seed page lets you:
- Set up automatic tithing as a percentage of your investment returns
- Browse vetted charities aligned with your faith and values
- Track your giving over time with detailed reports
- Round up donations alongside your investment round-ups
Strategies for Giving
Percentage-Based Giving
Set aside a fixed percentage of your portfolio gains for charity. This scales your giving with your success.
Regular Contributions
Schedule recurring donations — weekly, monthly, or quarterly — to your chosen charities.
Impact-First Allocation
Choose charities based on measurable impact metrics, ensuring your giving makes the maximum difference.
Tax Benefits
Charitable giving through your investment account can offer tax advantages. Consult with a tax advisor to understand how your giving strategy can be optimized for both impact and tax efficiency.
Donating appreciated securities (stocks that have gone up) can be more tax-efficient than donating cash. You avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation while still receiving a charitable deduction for the full market value.
The Mustard Seed Principle
Like the parable of the mustard seed, small acts of generosity can grow into something extraordinary. Even modest, consistent giving compounds over time — both financially and in its impact on the world.