One of the best feelings that you can have as a person is if you know that you can give money, time, or energy to a particular charitable cause. There are some cases where charities aren't so above-ground though. And that's why you have to do a little bit of research to find out which ones give the most to the people that they are supposed to give to. So, five excellent charitable causes that have a great track record for helping people out are going to be charities that help with drug abuse, … [Read more...]
Considering Charity: How Much Can Someone Afford To Give?
The idea of charity is very important to some people, and to others it can be more of a thought that crosses the mind seasonally, or only during major disasters or times of need. Nonetheless, when it does come to the forefront of a thought process, how can a person determine the amount they can afford to give? A few ways to look at that question would be to start with the idea of salary, then think about geography, look into administration fees of different companies, consider volunteering as … [Read more...]
5 Ways You Can Give If You Can’t Afford a Charity Donation
Giving to charity is a great way to contribute to society by selflessly giving to those who are more in need than you. People are always talking about the benefits of charity contributions from the tax breaks to feeling good within yourself. But how do you give to charity if you simply don’t have the funds? Perhaps you don’t have the luxury of donating $100,000 to a recovery center. Sometimes there are ways to give that don’t involve any currency or bank accounts, simply human kindness and … [Read more...]
A Few Ways (And Reason Why) Your Business Can Be More Charitable
Being charitable is a great idea for your business, whether you are a solo business owner working out of your home or you own a large corporation with many employees. Giving to charity has benefits that range from helping you get tax breaks to allowing you to be more of a helpful part of your own community. Charity has so many good benefits, whether you are donating to something local or to something national. Take some time to do some research on the charities you are considering donating to … [Read more...]
How Charity Work Affects Your Business And Taxes
Individuals are the only ones that spend time doing volunteer work, or donating to charities. Businesses sometimes have a hand in such things as well. In fact, often charities will specifically contact businesses asking for donations of time and or money. Individuals that donate to charities can use that monetary donation to save some money when tax time rolls around. But what about businesses? Cab donating your time and money save your business some money when it comes to tax time? It’s … [Read more...]
Insights from Charities on Recent Japan and Ecuador Disasters
Natural disasters such as earthquakes can wreak havoc on the lives of people and properties. The trauma that they bring can last for a long time but thanks to humanitarian efforts, victims of these disasters get their much needed financial help and emotional support. With charities lending a helping hand, people were able to rebuild their lives. Last year, Nepal suffered greatly from two major quakes that affected its more than eight million citizens. This April, two more countries were … [Read more...]
How Much Should You Really Give to Charity?
Sharing one's blessings is an admirable trait that people must practice in their lives. One form of sharing is giving to charity. It should be understood, however, that while giving to charitable organizations is a good act, not everyone is obliged to do it. Give only on your own free will like when you have something, money or otherwise, extra. It is understandable when you can't give to charity when you are having financial difficulties. Remember that the amount you decide to give … [Read more...]
Putting Excess Food And Clothing To Good Use
With the economy treating so many people roughly these days, there are a lot of families who could use a helping hand. Food, clothing, and other general use items are at the top of the list of things impoverished families tend to need. Also, by cleaning out your closet of unwanted wears, you will be making additional room for those designer furs you always wanted. As you take a look through your pantry, canned and boxed food items are generally the most useful items to donate. these items … [Read more...]
3 Surprising Items You Can Donate
You can donate your time, money and of course certain products in good condition that you no longer use. However, it’s the products that seem to be so puzzling for many people. If the item is relatively costly, you may want to write it off as a tax deduction. While a 501(c)3 charity will give you a receipt, it’s your job to prove to the IRS at the end of the tax year that the item was worth a certain amount of money. This will require research and documenting like items/years/conditions and … [Read more...]
How to Register Your Nonprofit
Nonprofits are a lot of work to get up and running. But the hours are a small price to pay to become part of the important role these organizations play in society. Before you consider registration and obtaining a Basic Business License, you need to make a few key decisions. What is the organization's mission? Who will serve on the board of directors? What are the long-term goals and how will they be reached? Where will the funding come from? Once the structure of your nonprofit has been … [Read more...]
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