Charity
News, insights and expert analysis on charity from the team at Kiplinger.
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Gifting Earlier Rather Than Later Can Reap Big Tax Benefits
Even with Donald Trump's win, the future of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act remains uncertain, so here's how to make the most of its provisions while you still can.
By Nicole Jackson-Leslie, JD, 21/64 Certified Advisor
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Five Year-End Strategies You Can't Afford to Miss
Instead of making New Year's resolutions, consider making some money moves that could help save you big bucks on your taxes.
By Sevasti Balafas, CFA, CPWA®
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Five Tax-Savvy Ways To Donate This Holiday Season
Charitable Donations Food pantries, toy drives, and animal sanctuaries are popular ways to support others year-round.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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25 Financial Moves to Consider Before December 31
Tidying up your financial house before the New Year kicks off will put you in a great position to have a financially satisfying and successful 2025.
By Jonathan I. Shenkman, AIF®
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Three Charitable Giving Strategies for High-Net-Worth Individuals
If you have $1 million or more saved for retirement, these charitable giving strategies can help you give efficiently and save on taxes.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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Five Ways to Maximize Your End-of-Year Philanthropy
To do the most good, pick the right charity, be smart about how you donate and consider giving something just as valuable as money: your time.
By Emily Glassman
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Here's Why We All Win When Charitable Dollars Go to Women
Giving to charities for women and girls not only has a lasting impact on their lives — it also benefits society as a whole. Here’s how to start investing.
By Elizabeth Droggitis
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Six Ways to Optimize Your Charitable Giving Before Year-End
As 2024 winds down, right now is the time to look at how you plan to handle your charitable giving. The sooner you start, the more tax-efficient you can be.
By Julia Chu
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Got $1,000? Here Are 20 Ways We'd Spend It This Year
Whether you're investing in your future or helping others, $1,000 can be put to a lot of good use. We've rounded up some ways to save, donate or spend it.
By Lisa Gerstner
