DeFi Nonprofit Debuts Tax Perks Amid Regulation Push

- DEF launches nonprofit to educate policymakers on DeFi regulation. - New foundation offers tax-deductible donations to fund its initiatives. On August 13, 2025, The Block reported that the DeFi Education Fund (DEF) established the DeFi Education Foundation, a new nonprofit aimed at educating lawmakers as they craft cryptocurrency regulations. The foundation will work to clarify policy frameworks for decentralized finance (DeFi) and provide informed guidance to legislators. The new foundation accepts tax-deductible contributions, which may offer donors capital gains tax advantages, and will use these funds to support DEF's mission of raising awareness among policymakers as global scrutiny over blockchain applications and software developers intensifies. DEF has proactively urged lawmakers to approach DeFi regulation with caution, advocating for "safe harbor" provisions to protect blockchain developers from rising legal ambiguities. By launching the nonprofit, DEF aims to formalize its advocacy and contribute to sustainable regulatory advancements for the DeFi industry. Amanda Tuminelli, Executive Director of DEF, will lead the DeFi Education Foundation, with support from Greg Xethalis of Multicoin Capital and Michael Mosier of Arktouros PLLC. This experienced team will guide discussions to influence critical legal and policy outcomes that shape the crypto space.