Consumer Reports shows you how to find charities that truly make a difference and avoid the ones that don’t ahead of Giving ...

Donating stocks to charity can be a tax-efficient way to support causes you care about. The process may vary depending on your location and the specific charity you wish to donate to, but most ...

Dec. 3—The Better Business Bureau gives information on how to donate safely and wisely during GivingTuesday, a designated day for giving to charities during the holiday season. 1 What is GivingTuesday ...

Giving to a good cause feels great — and if you itemize your taxes, it can also help lower your tax bill. The charitable donation tax deduction lets you write off qualified gifts to nonprofit ...

Between the ubiquitous bell-ringing volunteers outside grocery stores and the posh fundraisers trying to take advantage of fourth-quarter generosity, there is no lack of opportunity for giving to ...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – On Giving Tuesday, we’re all encouraged to open our wallets for a great cause. But how do you know if your donation dollar is really going toward the charity’s mission? After all, we ...

December is fast approaching, and for many of us, that means having a clear out and getting our homes ready for Christmas. If anything you no longer want or use is in good condition, you might want to ...

When you originally invested in your life insurance policy, you were likely thinking about taking care of others after your lifetime. But you may now find that you and your family no longer need that ...

Tax breaks for charitable donations come in many flavors, and this year Congress has a new one for seniors called an IRA charitable gift annuity. It allows older owners of traditional IRAs to donate ...

Flash floods in Central Texas have killed over 80 people, including children, with more missing. Monetary donations are the most effective way to help, and several reputable organizations are ...

Thrift stores can’t sell everything—many donations, like mattresses or baby gear, are tossed for safety and sanitation ...