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Charitable Contributions...what Do You Think?
Asked by S.M. from Kansas City
on July 23, 2011
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From time to time I hear about the idea that the charitable deduction could go by the wayside again. I don't believe enough people give to charities in the first plac...
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- It is my suspicion that the government would prefer that people NOT give to charities, and instead people in need HAVE to rely on the government for assistance. Most ...
- Like you - I believe it's important to give to charities - real ones that actually do good....there are scams out there!! URGH!!! People trying to take advantage of pe...
- We give 10% of our gross income to our church because they have set up a lot of organizations that send relief and aid to the rest of the world. We trust them and hav...
Toys and Tats Charitable Drive.... DONATIONS DENIED!!
Asked by R.D. from Richmond
on December 23, 2011
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My tattoo artist owns his own shop, and every year I help him do the 'Toys and Tats' charitable drive.
Basically, you can get a free, small tattoo off the wall (no...
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- In the meantime, I read an article a couple of days ago about how Toys for Tots in the Philly area was only at about 30% of what they usually get every year...one week...
- You have got to be kidding! Tattoos are so common place these days, it really surprises me that this would be a problem! I hope someone else can shed some light on why...
- Well, that's definately the dumbest thing I've heard today. I'm glad you were able to eventually get the gifts to someone.
Free Haircut for a Locks of Love Donation
Asked by C.C. from Chicago
on December 15, 2009
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Hi, I am looking for a salon that would offer a free haircut with a Locks of Love or Pantene Beautiful Lengths donation. I have about 12 inches of hair to donate. My...
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- I am sure that this is going to sound mean and that I will get comments. But I find it a bit hypocritical that you find it selfish that someone won't cut your hair fo...
- Two years ago my daughter donated to locks of love and got her haircut for free at Hair Team 53 in Addison at Lake St. and Rohlwing Rd. I don't rememeber the name of t...
- Call Chic Concepts in Roselle. It's a small business owned by a nice girl - named Rebecca. All stylists there would do a great job (Bethany is my sister, so of course ...
Do You Get Annoyed When People Expect a Donation?
Asked by A.G. from Detroit
on November 17, 2011
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I feel like I am a fairly generous person. A couple years ago we had a pretty big Christmas, almost embarrassing. It was our first Christmas as a "dual income" family ...
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- Charities don't EXPECT a donation. They need them to do the business they do, so they ASK. I work for a charity. I ask people for donations. But I don't expect people ...
- Oh yeah. The year we had our son it seemed like donation requests were coming out of the woodwork. Considering the timing of the donation notice, I'd have no qualms ...
- This way of doing things was totally wrong in my book. And you can't tell me they didn't do it purposely. I think it's fine if they want to ask for donations, God kn...
Bday Party for Kid - Okay to Say No Gifts please....or Make a Donation in Lieu
Asked by S.Y. from Chicago
on May 24, 2011
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We are having a bday party for our 6 y.o. son....and I am wanting to have attendees just come and not bring a gift. Just come and enjoy the party. Having about 12-15...
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- I LOVE this idea!! One thing that we'll be doing with our kids as they get older is to pick a local charity and ask for gifts for that. For example - the local a...
- It's absolutely fine to say "no gifts please". We have hosted kids parties with optional book swaps in lieu of gifts. Parents are asked to bring an age appropriate b...
- Never ever make reference to gifts on a party invitation unless you're stating, "No gifts, please. Your presence is present enough!"
Seeking Charitable Organization That Needs Children's New Toy Donations
Asked by D.S. from Portland
on March 8, 2009
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Hi everyone,
I am wondering if anyone knows about an organization that could use donations of new children's toys? My daughter is having a 4yo birthday party soon ...
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- northwest childrens outreach is a great place. there website is www.northwestchildrensoutreach.org it has the hours and locations.
- My daughter attends Fruit and Flower Child Development Center. It is one of the very few daycare centers for working families which also provides scholarships for fami...
- You can take new toys to Doernbecher's and request that they be distributed to the children in the cancer ward or handed out to outpatients that visit the phlebotomy l...
Pay Taxes on This?
Asked by N.S. from Chicago
on October 12, 2009
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Does anyone know how it works if you are the recipient of a charitable donation, do you have to pay taxes on it or how does it exactly work? It is in a monetary sum a...
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- Hey, N., I don't know about your tax situation, but you might explore having your benefactor pay your tuition and/or buy your books directly, if that's where the do...
- N., I believe that it depends on how much you are given and who is giving it. People cannot give large sums of money away to defer paying taxes themselves but if i...
- Hi N., To be 100% certain all the 800 number in the front of the phone book to get an IRS agent. They will give you all the correct information so you don't make an m...
Tshirts for Autism
Asked by M.O. from Los Angeles
on April 6, 2008
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HELP!! I am looking for anyone that can do printing on tshirts for Autism Awareness month for a reasonable fee or as a charitable donation. I have the shirts, 15 adul...
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- Hello M. I am glad to hear you are supporting Autism Awareness month. I will contact a few people I know that are in the t-shirt business to see if they could make y...
- GOOD LUCK M.! Keep up the awareness!!! I don't have a connection, but you could order them via www.cafepress.com although you may have already bought the shirts. Hope ...
- Have you thought about doing iron-ons? You can buy a package of 10 transfers at Joanns or Michaels, and then print whatever design you want on them in an inkjet printer.
Wedding Gift ???
Asked by K.L. from Miami
on January 27, 2010
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We are attending a wedding this coming weekend. It is an older couple that is getting married. In lieu of gifts they have asked that a donation be made in the brides ...
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- I usually go with a very unique gift. I like to take a photo with a digital camera at the wedding and then in between the wedding and reception I take my camera to the...
- Just donate what you can, even if it's a little bit. Everyone understands that money is tight. I'm sure they wouldn't care or mind, just you showing up is all they w...
- I think Tammi F. nailed it. That was exactly what I was going to say. :)
Wording 1St Birthday Invitation
Asked by S.S. from Sioux City
on May 4, 2010
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My youngest will be turning 1 the end of June. He was quite sick when he was born and spent 2 weeks in the NICU. As his birthday party approaches, I've thought about...
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- We did something similar for a charity. On the invitation I think I put, please, no gifts. However, if you would like to make a donation to xxxxx that would be much ...
- I think that is a great idea! I would just say exactly what you said in this note - In lieu of gifts, a donation to the NICU that took such great care of Zeke at his ...
- I understand where Valerie is coming from, but then people have taken the time and put thought into choosing something for your child. If you truly don't want/need fo...
