Charitable Giving

One way to get the most out of your charitable giving is to give more to fewer groups. Here are five reasons why taking a more focused approach to charitable giving makes sense.

I use a disciplined investment approach toward charitable giving. This ensures the intended recipients get the maximum bang out of my buck and I see savings on our tax return.

Your donations will help many others in need and, in return, you will get a boost on your tax return. Here is a quick run-down of the rules of donating goods to keep in mind.

The amount of giving to charity in America didn't drop as much as the previously feared plummet in donations during the onset of the recession, proving that even in times of economic distress Americans continue to be generous to charitable causes.

It is important to put thought into charitable giving because, even if you are financially secure, every dollar that leaves your bank account is a dollar you won't have anymore.

There are more ways to give than just money. Here are some ideas to increase your giving.

Charitable giving should be a smooth, easy and mutually beneficial process. Use these tips to facilitate the giving process as well as claiming the deduction on your 1040.

I like the idea of giving money to solve the world's problems, but I do have a few misgivings about philanthropy.

We receive many requests for charitable giving each year. Which ones are doing the best work with your money?

It's a good idea to donate your old vehicle to charity and claim a deduction on it on your tax return. However there are many difficulties involved in the process. How to tackle them?Chintamani Abhyankar explains.

The recession's fallout may be painful, but charitable giving during the holidays, or any time of the year, doesn't have to be.

Discusses what the Bible has to say about charitable giving and its impact on the Estate Planning process and Will preparation.

Most of us are feeling the effects of the poor economy and it may be tempting to cut back on charitable giving right now. Please don't. Those in need are worse off than ever and need all the help they can get.

President Obama's proposed budget includes a reduction of the allowable charitable deductions for people in the highest tax brackets. Is this just a means of raising more money for the government, or is there something deeper at work?

As we worry about profits, losses, retirement and even how we'll pay the mortgage and eat there is another sector that is also struggling, struggling to meet the needs of others. Charities are feeling the economic crunch, as well.

Rising gasoline and food prices are taking a toll on charitable giving; forty six percent of the Christian adults surveyed said that they have reduced their giving to charity.

There is no shortage of need for charitable giving. Deciding in what form, to whom and to what degree are questions confronting all compassionate people with the desire to help others.

In Arlington,MA a some small group of normal Americans have taken charitable giving to a whole new level. Their words and example challenge us all to thing about our own patterns of giving.

There are actually four different types of giving that people do. The different types include "honored obligations", "passionate", "social and fun", and "strategic and transformative."

Help others tenfold by donating in another's name.

The women of the Dunes just want to have fun. At least that what Siouxland Friends and Neighbors Vice President Jessica Lederman says.

As a small business owner, I know that sometimes it makes sense for a small business to make charitable contributions even if it has a tight budget. Here are 7 tips for charitable giving by small businesses.

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Giving to charities is a wonderful gift any day of the year, but being unprepared and not knowing where the contributions go can be detrimental.

The poor economy means we rethink every aspect of spending including charitable donations. Here are some things to consider before you write a check.

Many people perceive of estate planning as another form of financial planning that involves the left-brain exercises of reacting to tax codes and positioning assets optimally

Who could possibly know the real needs of your neighbors better than you? You charity dollar goes much further if you carry it over, and hand it over, yourself.

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Don't ever give up on yourself.

Don't feel pressured to give, but make your donations wisely.

Many people who are planning their estate would like to make charitable giving a part of it, and a sizable percentage of them would like to do so on an ongoing basis.