Today, there are numerous ways in which to make that donation to your favorite cause, from using your checkbook to setting up a foundation to entering your credit card number online. Your donation can be made at all price points and can be packaged according to your preferences, convenience, and size of your pocketbook.
1. Donation With Your Checkbook
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2. Donation Through Donor-Advised Funds
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3. Donation Through a Private or Family Foundation
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4. Donation Through a Giving Circle
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5. Donation Through Intermediaries
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6. Donation Through Computers and Mobile Devices
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Peer-to-peer fundraising online has seized the imagination of many donors, especially young ones, while text-to-give via mobile phones has steadily gained in popularity with donors and charities alike. It could be that the checkbook will eventually become obsolete.
7. Donation of Your Car, Food, or Clothing
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Donating your old car could be just the trick to get it out of your driveway and to do some good. Although there are car donation scams, you can do it in more ways than ever that really benefits a great charity. Just follow our rules of the road.
Don't forgot about donating other things too, such as furniture, appliances, food, and clothing. Food pantries and thrift shops have more needs than ever, due to the poor economy. Find these charities in your neighborhood and know that you are engaging in the most direct giving of all.
8. Donation of Your Time
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Volunteering doesn't cost you a dime, and it is really the "in" thing to do these days. More volunteers than ever, in all age groups and from all backgrounds, are finding their way to causes that inspire them. Whether you have one hour a week or one day a year to give, use our tips to help you find your perfect volunteer opportunity.
