When an entrepreneur started taking note of charitable donation bins in darkly-lit, abandoned gas stations and convenience stores, he wanted to make them into locations that would benefit donors, the charities, and surrounding communities alike.
Q. I have a car to donate to charity, however, I keep hearing to be careful. How does one determine a good organization and the value for IRS purposes. I want to maximize giving benefits without getting ripped off or disappointed by the giving process.
All parents want their children to be able to open up the presents of their dreams on Christmas morning, but for cash-strapped families in Monmouth and Ocean counties, that may not be feasible from year to year.
Q. If my business helps collect money from customers for a charity, can I take the deduction? It’s usually just cash donations of a few bucks at a time.