Charitable Giving in Rocky Times
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Kiplinger's Retirement Report
August 28, 2009
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FAQ's
- How can I donate goods, such as books, cars and food, instead of cash?
- Should I use your ratings exclusively to determine if I should support a charity?
- Is it better to give to many charities or just a few?
- The CEO's salary of my favorite charity seems high, should I make a contribution?
- What else should I know before I give?
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