You don’t have to be a millionaire to leave a gift to charity when you die. And it doesn’t have to be complicated to make that gift. In this guide … Continue reading →

To help you keep on top of your giving, this guide shares, Your giving inventory template (including when you gave, how much, to whom, cause, geography, trigger and requester) The … Continue reading →

Donating your money and time to charity can create tax benefits, both itemized deductions and tax-free gifts from IRAs. In this guide, I tell you more about Itemized charitable contribution … Continue reading →

In the movie business, a screen test is a way to determine the suitability of an actor for performing in a particular role. It’s part of the audition process. Charities … Continue reading →

A charity spending an apparently suitable percentage on programs, where the programs themselves accomplish little, is by no means a strong charity. Charity impact is key. Getting to know a … Continue reading →

How can you tell whether a charity is weak or strong? You have to do some digging – this guide helps you get started. Includes: Check any group’s identity and … Continue reading →

Use the charity financial indicators provided in this guide as part of your overall evaluation of a charity and its focus and performance. The indicators are: percent spent on programs; … Continue reading →

The best charities for you combine four elements: strong charities, focused on your top causes, working in your top locations, and passing your screen tests. So, what’s a “strong charity?” It’s a charity … Continue reading →

Maintain a Giving Inventory Keeping an inventory of your giving is a great way to focus and monitor your donations. Your giving inventory will show you: When you gave. How … Continue reading →