#Tax Breaks for Charitable Donations

[narayansevango]

Empowering Lives: How the EITC Can Boost Your Donations to Narayan Seva Sansthan USA

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a valuable tax benefit for low-to-moderate-income working individuals and families. But did you know that this program can also amplify your impact when you support charitable causes? This article explores how the EITC can help you maximize your donations to organizations like Narayan Seva Sansthan USA, empowering them to provide life-changing support to those in need.   

Understanding the EITC:

The EITC reduces the amount of taxes you owe or increases your refund. This valuable program provides a crucial financial boost to millions of Americans.   

The Power of Charitable Giving:

Charitable donations to 501(c)(3) organizations like Narayan Seva Sansthan USA are tax-deductible. By supporting their mission to provide prosthetics, surgeries, and rehabilitation services to underprivileged and differently-abled individuals, you not only make a meaningful difference but also receive valuable tax benefits.   

Combining the EITC with Charitable Giving:

When you claim the EITC, you may qualify for additional tax deductions, including those related to charitable donations. This can significantly increase your tax refund, providing you with more resources to support the causes you care about.

How it Works:

Claim the EITC: If you meet the eligibility criteria, claim the EITC on your tax return.   

Make a Donation: Support Narayan Seva Sansthan USA through a charitable contribution.   

Claim Your Deduction: Deduct the amount of your donation from your taxable income, further reducing your tax liability.

Maximizing Your Impact:

By combining the benefits of the EITC with the power of charitable giving, you can:

Reduce your tax burden: Lower your tax liability and potentially increase your tax refund.   

Maximize your impact: Your increased refund can be used to make larger donations to organizations like Narayan Seva Sansthan USA.

Support a worthy cause: Contribute to life-changing programs that empower individuals with disabilities.

Conclusion:

The EITC offers a unique opportunity to maximize your giving potential. By claiming the EITC and supporting organizations like Narayan Seva Sansthan USA, you can make a significant difference in the lives of others while also benefiting from valuable tax advantages.

[captainpookie338]

Ding ding ding! You win! That is exactly the issue. The big corporations use your donation as a charitable tax write off! Not only do they get to say " hey look how much money we raised because we deeply care about this issue and are family." But also the government gives that money back in taxes breaks. Your money! Scammers be corporations.

[balkanradfem]

I've gotten several asks about sending me money, or a laptop, so it's time that I reveal to you, a situation, that's been going on without your knowledge, because I kept it a secret.

So a while ago, while my laptop was breaking down and had to be glued together every week, I got a message from a woman on tumblr, telling me that she could send me a second-hand laptop, so I wouldn't have to glue mine together. I naturally rejected immediately, because it was too much of a gift, and I wouldn't be able to repay it.

But then, I spent the rest of the day thinking that it might have been a bad decision, because my laptop would be dead soon, and I had no funds to get another one, and it wasn't like I was offered money, I hate money, but I don't hate a second hand laptop. I kept thinking back on it and wishing I acted differently. So I went back to the conversation, and the woman reassured me that it wouldn't take anything away from anyone, she's a part of a charitable organization that donates used electronics and chose me to take part in a pilot scheme, because she liked my blog. I was slightly concerned that it might have been a scam because it sounded too good to be true, but the woman shared more information about it, it looked real, and my gut feeling was saying yes this is real, however unbeliveable, there might be someone out there so kind they would make sure you have access to your tumblr blog.

So I accepted the laptop. It was nerve wrecking because all my friends told me it was a scam, and the customs took hold of it and held it hostage and made it their business to tax gifted items, and while this was happening, my old laptop died, and of course I complained about it on tumblr because thats what tumblrinas do.

But, the laptop got to me. It arrived yesterday. And it works. And I love it. I'm back to having access to tumblr!

Now I'm not saying you should all accept that people on the internet wanting to send you stuff are genuine, or giving them your private information so they could send you stuff, that is... a risky situation, and in this one case,,,, it worked out,,,, in my favour. I am unbeliveably grateful for the laptop and it's the best thing ever. It's an unbeliveable story to tell, nobody believes me this happened, and I'm just over the moon over having a functional laptop. It's all in one piece! I don't have to ductape anything! The battery works! The graphics look amazing! It doesn't shut down randomly! It doesn't have parts dangling off the side! The screen can be tilted at any angle and it doesn't fall down! I can play stardew valley on it! The woman even wrote me a handwritten letter and I swooned over it.

I'm lucky to be so adored by tumblr that I'm able to get something incredible like this, only because all of you women are genuinely kind and care about having me around. Thank you for enabling this blog!

[yourtoradorasextendedwarranty]

People in Reddit, (because of course they are) seen to think California is this prosperous utopia that makes so much money and people there just have it made. Except people were moving away in droves because of cost of living for a while and then because of lack of freedom after that.

Then I get greeted with "Nuh uh! They've had net positive people moving there". Sure maybe recently but during and right after covid people fled because of the tyrant state California was acting like. Not too mention the shutdowns on top of cutting off work from so many people while the Governor went out to party with his friends.

California might make a lot of money but it's because they SPEND a lot. And I can explain. California has some is the highest tax rates in the US. And add freakishly high rent and costs there and it's near impossible to live there especially in the big cities. So why are they supposedly so "prosperous". Easy. If a state was to charge you 40% in state taxes. Gas prices are 7$ and you rent is 5k or more a month "income" for the state is going to look insane.

Meanwhile if you have a state that charges no state taxes, costs 3$ in gas and rent costs 1k a month the state will seemingly be less "prosperous". Except that concept should more or less look at conditions of living. And in California the place with the best net positive living conditions for an AVERAGE resident are all red area. Or light purple leaning red. Meanwhile if you're in blue areas you've got streets covered in shit, homeless people, and rampant crime and car break-ins. Sounds SUPER "prosperous" to me. So prosperous in fact the state wanted to charge residents for 10 years after they left the state.

Why? Because no matter how much they are making they aren't making enough. If you compare their GDP against how much they keep spending it's pretty bleak. Never you mind the impropriety in their local governments. Specifically L.A. and SF. Who "misplaced" millions a year that's supposedly supposed to go to the homeless. And other supposed "welfare". Fact is the sheer amount of people who I've talked to that left because they could not afford to live there. It's been quite a few. Income does not equal prosperity. And the fact Cali has had to be bailed out a number of times shows it can't sustain itself. Though the bailouts were not all extravagant. Most ended up being subsidies if I recall correctly. (Though it's been a while since I read up on it).

People dick suck Democrat policies so hard they need to present California as this bastion of perfection. It's not. And GDP doesn't make a place better. Especially not with tax rates as high as the have them. ON TOP OF federal taxes and living costs being that stupid.

Record high of 6.43. FOR UNLEADED!

And then this bullshit.

And a dollar for gas makes a lot of difference

So if it gas wad 3.40 even, 20$ would get you 5.8 gallons. At 4.80? 4.1 gallons. That amount MAKES A DIFFERENCE especially to those not making a lot of money a year. Then Cali mandates a $20/hr min wage for fast for (except Panera bread because a high level executive made a charitable donation to his campaign) 10k people lost our are projected to lose jobs. "Well that's the greedy companies-" I'm going to stop you right there. No it's not companies fault. It's the fault of California government. Because guess what? For those people that will be making more California gets a bigger cut of your money. Oh and guess what? Because of that you're in a higher tax bracket in both your state AND federally. California is mandating you get robbed blind.

Look. No state is perfect. But to pretend California is such a great place because a lot of companies had their head offices there and state taxes are absurd? Isn't a win. And frankly it makes your look stupid. Because it's a pretty nuanced thing. And it completely flies over most of your heads. Because if they were so well of WHY would they even consider an exit tax? Why would their tax rates be so damn high? Oh right because the state is lining it's own pockets while pretending they are the richest place on earth. And all because "the weather is nice". Blow me. Several states have really nice weather. California just sets itself on fire from time to time because they dissolved their foresty departments so they can blame global warming for everything.

[ryanclaremont]

ex-ceptional.

Ryan wants to say she likes these charitable events and she does, but there's some that feel more like something to show off. Like it's a competition to donate because some people will get a decent tax break from it. It's all a game and you have to play it in order to survive. Luckily for Ryan she is a face amongst it all as she dodges her dad and his girlfriend but mingles about to make her last name prominent. At least she's good at showing off that way, including wearing something that might be deemed too short but it has people talking.

She takes a flute of champagne off a tray that passes her, cruising throughout the party as she looks at the refreshments and some foundations that people are donating too. There's an arts one that has her interested, also a women's project as well.

[anonymous-dentist]

some superhero au questions:

•  How does FoH earn money? Like, every citizen needs to pay taxes or something? Also, what happens if a superhero ends up destroying stores and cars and homes while fighting? People are paid for the stress or just need to deal with it?

•  Is there a way to give abilities to abilityless people that doesn’t involve extraterrestrial beings?

•  So is Leonarda abilityless or does she have some power the FoH didn't find useful? Also, did she end up messing with one of her father's alien things like her brother?

• You mentioned Spiderman “breaking” superheroes, is this related to him being wanted by the FoH or he just saw a hero doing a not-so-heroic-things and beat the crap out of them?

•  Will there be any backstory for Roier before getting adopted or nah?

They get a lot of funding from the local government (which they essentially own) and even more from charitable donations… and “charitable donations”… and whatever they take out of people’s cars and houses during investigations looking for villains

If things are destroyed, so be it. It’s like the Marvel stuff, like half of New York got destroyed in the first Avengers movie and iirc nothing really happened lol

This is what the FoH is currently looking into! It’s Pepito and Em and Sunny’s backstory, actually! Baghera had a similar experience as avoid in the Junior Heroes Program, but with her it was trying to give a child with an ability a second ability. In her case, she already had duck wings as her ability, but the FoH gave her a shapeshifting ability that backfired and left her as a half human half duck person. Rip

Leo has an ability! She can do some pretty base-level shapeshifting that she uses to make her teeth sharp like Papa Foolich’s. For her little Spider-Kid vigilante stuff, she uses technology. No alien spiders, just tech her brothers Ramon and Dapper made for her

Spider-Man, for some unknown reason, beats up perfectly innocent heroes. He’s so evil!

(But, really, Roier is sick of the hypocrisy. What kind of organization of heroes kidnaps kids and turns them into child soldiers?)

Before he was adopted, Roier was taken care of by his grandfather. His birth parents were both dead. But then Abueloier ended up back in prison, and Roier was sent into the system where Vegetta and Foolish would end up picking him up from.

(Fun fact, he and Bagi and Cellbit very briefly shared a group home. But then Bagi got adopted and Cellbit ran away, and Roier was too young to really remember them both.)

[butts-bouncing-on-the-beltway]

I think that what I will always resent the most about charity based resource aid programs is that their websites are always oriented towards assuming you're a sentimental well-to-do looking for a tax break or an opportunity to feel charitable, and have absolutely no obvious way to learn how to ACCESS their services as a consumer/stakeholder.

Bruh I just want to know when and where to show up to try to pick up some staples for the week my guy. You're offering me 10 different pages of mission statements, donation options, etc but literally nowhere do you have a program user guide page???

Coooooooooooool

[puppy-steve]

If you’re still taking requests, can I ask for 8. sweater weather and either romantic steddie Or platonic stobin?

i wasn't expecting this thing to grow legs and run as far as it did. i'm sure i lost the original plot somewhere along the way. but i hope you like it! takes place after the events of spring break and is a companion piece to this. also now on ao3

Robin will admit she's a bit of a clothes thief. 80% of her closet now consists of every article of clothing she'd ever stolen from Steve's wardrobe.

Though, stealing is a strong word, she thinks. They're more like hand-me-downs, or "a charitable donation to the less fortunate, Steve. I won't get mad if you write it off your taxes, pinky promise."

Most of the clothes Steve doesn't even realize are gone until Robin wears it to work or a movie night. Just gives her a once over, an appreciative nod, and a "looks nice, Rob. Better on you than me." Which.

Okay.

They're platonic soulmates. Best friends. Twin flames, even. Everybody knows this. They've both come out to the party and Steve is with Eddie exclusively now, so there's no romantic feelings between them whatsoever— excluding the brief moment of one sided attraction on Steve's end.

But.

Steve is still Steve.

He's still Steve Harrington.

His natural state is casual flirting even if he doesn't mean anything by it and Robin is 100% a hot blooded lesbian, but his easy compliments still manage to make her tummy flutter and her cheeks pink as she fights the smile trying to worm its way onto her face. The giggle (a fucking giggle) that bubbles from her throat is no help, either.

She chalks it up to never receiving a lot of compliments from people in her formative years.

Now that Steve's dating Eddie, though, their closets look like they've exploded together in a clash of brights and darks, leather and chains meeting polos and denim. Eddie would never spend his hard earned drug earnings on school spirit attire, but sometimes he'll be lounging around the trailer in some Hawkins High sports shirt. Steve wears Eddie's band shirts more often than not because of how comfy they are (he does this on purpose.)

So now when Robin raids Steve's closet, she gets Eddie's clothes too, which is what gets her into the current situation:

She doesn't even think about what she puts on that morning before rushing out the door so Steve will stop honking the fucking horn. It's 6:30am and she has elderly neighbors who need their beauty sleep, for Christ's sake.

(Mr. Cochran currently mowing his yard across the street doesn't share the same sentiments.)

She can tell something's wrong by the whispers that follow her down the hallway as she walks to her locker. She ignores it, though, chalks it up to another rumor about her and Steve making the rounds again.

It's not until lunch that the reason becomes apparent.

She sits beside Nancy at the Hellfire table. The boys aren't there yet so it gives them a chance to catch up and gossip a little, something Robin never thought she'd be interested in before becoming friends with Steve Harrington and Nancy Wheeler and learning that little miss reporter has stories on almost everyone of their classmates.

They're in the middle of Nancy telling her how Becky was caught in a janitor's closet making out with someone not her boyfriend, when—

"That my jacket, Buckley?"

Eddie's voice is suddenly right in her ear and he materializes out of nowhere, dragging a chair to the head of the table and turning it around to sit on it backwards. The guys follow suit and sit in their own chairs, flanking Eddie's left and right.

Robin frowns and lifts the collar like she's expecting to see Eddie's name stitched on the inside. "Uh, no? I think I'd notice if it were, Munson."

Eddie laughs as he pulls out his lunch that he won't admit Steve made for him. "I do think it is, little birdie."

Robin bristles a bit at the nickname. Eddie jerks his chin.

"Take a look at the back."

Robin glances around the table before hesitantly shrugging the jacket off. She balks at the very obvious image of the signature Hellfire Club devil, painted against a wall of white on the black denim.

"What the hell was this doing in Steve's closet?"

Eddie chokes on his sandwich.

Nancy's perfect eyebrows pull together. "Why were you looking through his closet?"

"Stealing his clothes, obviously."

"Why do you steal his clothes?" Gareth asks.

Robin throws her head back and groans. "I always take his clothes, haven't you noticed almost every shirt I wear is his? We're getting off topic, why did Steve put this in his closet?" She throws an accusing look at Eddie who shrugs.

"Why are you acting like my clothes being in my boyfriend's closet is some big conspiracy?" he shoots back.

Robin narrows her eyes. They stare each other down for a few seconds. She can hear that little whistle from all the western movies and she glares at Jeff to knock it off. Eventually, Robin concedes.

"Touché, Munson. Just don't be surprised when I start wearing your clothes, too. If it's in his closet it's fair game."

Eddie tilts his head in a bow. "As you wish, Lady Buckley."

She doesn't give the jacket back. Isn't sure if she wants to and Eddie doesn't mention even wanting it back. So she keeps it. Admires the little stitches on the front pocket and traces her fingers over the painted devil. There are pins she was somehow blind to, of bands she'd never heard of— except Metallica and Dio— and she curses her brain for being too curious for its own good.

A couple weeks pass and Robin casually mentions to Steve in passing that they should take a day trip down to Indy and hit up a few thrift shops and music stores. He doesn't question it, so they do, and she comes home with new tapes she wants to show Eddie and new clothes that she can call hers.

She doesn't give the jacket back. Instead it hangs on her closet door as she pulls on her own, decorated in various pins and patches she bought in the city and had her mom help her sew them on, over a black Blondie t-shirt.

She's even taken a chance with eyeliner and darker eye shadow that compliments her nails. Wears the chain necklaces she was wearing the day she got Steve as a best friend.

He's leaning against the car when she walks out of the house. He gives her that same once over and she can already feel the warmth spreading across her cheeks. She comes to a stop in front of him.

"It's a good look on you," he says gently as if he can sense her nervousness. He probably can. They share a brain cell, after all.

She lets out a sigh of relief and leans into his space. He just laughs and pulls her in to plant a kiss on the middle of her forehead.

"Does this mean you'll stop stealing my clothes?"

"Not a chance, dingus."

[brbgensokyo]

if a corporation especially paypal trys to panhandle me for a charitable donation so they can write off their tax i should be able to break a finger of one member in their C Suite

[ts2cambremon]

ROS (Random Occurence Scenarios)

For extra mayhem and the introduction of a little randomness to gameplay, nothing like an ROS!

Here is the one I've been using for my game, heavily inspired by a lot of great ROS out there, but tweaked to suit my game. In case it can be helpful for anyone, here it is! It's a d12+d6 roll:

-> 1

CONFLICT : war with another faction

PESTILENCE : make 3 people sick

PLAGUE : make 5 people sick

PENITENCE : to atone for bad deeds, a Sim willingly joins the Monastery for d10 days and makes a sizeable donation

NEW PET : create a new pet

LOOTING : bandits take all goods in inventory+cash, lower relationships with members of the household

-> 2

FOREIGN ENVOY : create a merchant/ambassador

SETTLERS : create new Free-folk family

SURGE OF MAGIC : one random person becomes supernatural

DISAMOURED : break up a couple

NEWCOMER f : create an NPC

PRISONER : bandits take a person hostage and ask for ransom

-> 3

THIEVING : a playable low class Sim takes 5 things from household

ROTTEN WATER : the well becomes unusable for a season

FIRE : fire breaks out, let it spread 3 tiles before fighting it

SNOWSTORM : stuck inside for 2 days, venturing outside is death

SPIDER ATTACK : combat roll for survival chances, scars, if mage, chance of reward

ANIMAL SICKNESS : all lifestock dies

-> 4

TREE ROT : all trees must be cut down in 3h or otherwide have to be deleted

LENIENCY : can avoid paying rent for 1 day

PILGRIMAGE : entire household goes to a community lot to pray

FOUND TREASURE : one person in the family finds a hidden treasure of 20K

SUDDEN WISDOM : a Sim gets 5 skill points to distribute

LEVYING : taxes are doubled for a day

-> 5

FERTILITY : a Sim in the family has twins

SPECIAL GUEST : someone joins the household

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE : if Serf : freed, if other : jump to upper class, if Mage : give gift to lower class

FOUND HEIRLOOM : a Sim acquires a rare object

BOUNTY OF WOOD : 10 wood stacks added

BOUNTY OF FOOD : 10 foodstuff added

-> 6

CAPTIVE : add a Serf to the clan

PLANT ROT : all crops die

FEASTING DAY : organize a party with music and 3 dishes

WOLF ATTACK : summon wolves, roll for chance of death/becoming a werewolf

REJUVENATING : add 3 days of life to a Sim

FALSELY ACCUSED : a conflit erupts with the Sim with the lowest relationship score

-> 7

DEADLY ACCIDENT : a Sim dies

BLOODLUST : a Sim must kill another within the season

CAUGHT A SPECIAL GOOSE : obtain the goose with the golden eggs

CAUGHT A RUNAWAY BEAST : obtain a farm animal

BRAIN WORMS : obtain Insane trait, randomize personality points, aspiration failure, gain friendship with a spirit

TASTES CHANGE : change turns on/off and aspiration

-> 8

CHARITABLE : make a sizeable donation to a needy serf or to the Monastery

SERVICES RENDERED : gain 5K+ friendship with Starschin or Intendant

SEDITION : Sim becomes enemy with 1 Sim of upper rank and badmouths them

NEW LOOK : change clothes + makeover

SPECIAL DRUGS : maxmotives+motivedecay off for 1 season, d2 roll for aspiration failure at the end of the season

BANISHED : 1 Sim is banished from the clan, becomes wolfshead

-> 9

NEW MEMBER : a Sim from the household must join a group (Watch, The Blades, Brothel, Monastery, Secret Society (if available), Merchant Guild (if available))

QUARANTINE : 1 Sim is stuck inside for 1 season

PREMATURE : 1 Sim ages up (closest to birthday)

PRISON : 1 Sim is locked up by the Guards or a Mage

SACRIFICE : 1 Sim is designated for sacrifice

CLAIMED BY THE SPIRITS: alien abduction

-> 10

UNWITTING INSULT : enemy with a Mage, must build up the relationship to a friendship within 1 day or be sacrificed

WIDE HIPS : have a child with a Mage

UNLIKELY FRIEND : become friend with someone from another class

BLESSING : gain 10 skill points to distribute and 2 badges

ALLIANCES : contract a marriage between your child (or younger family member) and a friend’s child, throw engagement party

GIFTS : get 10 ingredients from catalogue

-> 11

BLACKMAIL : either blackmail another Sim or be blackmailed by another Sim

REUNITED : organize a family get-together, if no extended family, throw a big party

CORRUPTION : must give a member of the Watch 10K or face (legitimate?) detention

HIDDEN TALENT : 1 Sim gains a badge

SAILOR’S CALL : a Sim from the household must become a sailor (if river or sea travel is available)

LOCALISED CONFLICT : initiate a conflict with a neighbour over property/behaviour of children

-> 12

LOST HERD : add d10 farm animals, roll again d4 : 1 : owners never found 2 : nearest neighbour is owner, claims them- can give the herd back or refuse 3 : owners are passing merchants (if manage to keep herd inside for 5 days, the herd is yours) 4 : if Mage/Watch walk-bys for next 5 days, hand over the animals to serfs on magelands

CURSE : go into aspiration failure

NEWCOMER m : create an NPC

ASYLUM : hunted down or persecuted, claim asylum in the Monastery

LOYALTY : add 10 customer stars/make a friend linked to occupation

IMMORTALISED : get a portrait done

[doubledamian]

I promoted chatGPT with, “ It’s ironic that wealthy capitalists claim the moral high ground for their philanthropy when they both caused the problem they are solving and the efforts they make are wildly insufficient and only small fractions of their wealth. Discuss.” and the following was generated:

You’ve touched on a powerful critique of philanthropy in the context of wealth inequality, often referred to as “philanthrocapitalism.” This term highlights the tension between the systemic exploitation that creates vast wealth and the moral framing of charitable giving as a solution. Here’s a detailed discussion:

1. Wealth Creation as a Source of Problems

• Exploitation and Inequality: Many billionaires amass their wealth through systems that exploit labor, natural resources, and tax loopholes. For example:

• Low wages for workers in supply chains.

• Environmental degradation in pursuit of profit.

• Avoidance of taxes that could fund public services like healthcare and education.

• Hoarding Wealth: By accumulating vast sums of money, billionaires contribute to global inequality. This concentration of wealth often exacerbates the very issues (e.g., poverty, lack of access to resources) that their philanthropy seeks to address.

2. Philanthropy as Insufficient and Performative

• Small Fractions of Wealth: Billionaires often donate amounts that are minuscule relative to their net worth. For example:

• A $1 billion donation sounds enormous but may represent only 1% of a $100 billion fortune.

• Wealth continues to grow faster than it is given away, meaning the donor often becomes richer even while “giving.”

• Tax Benefits and Image Management:

• Charitable donations often come with substantial tax breaks, allowing billionaires to reduce their obligations while enhancing their public image.

• Philanthropy can serve as a public relations tool to distract from criticism of how wealth was accumulated.

• Control Over Solutions: Unlike democratic systems of redistribution, billionaire philanthropy often reflects personal priorities rather than collective needs (e.g., funding pet projects like space exploration over housing or food insecurity).

3. The Irony of the Moral High Ground

• Framing Themselves as Heroes: Wealthy individuals often portray their philanthropy as a benevolent gift to society, ignoring their role in creating systemic inequities. This narrative shifts the focus from structural solutions (e.g., fair wages, progressive taxation) to individual acts of charity.

• Creating Dependency: Philanthropy can perpetuate a cycle of dependency, where the systemic issues remain unaddressed, and society relies on the whims of the wealthy rather than sustainable, democratic solutions.

• Undermining Public Systems: Wealthy philanthropists sometimes direct funds toward private initiatives, bypassing public systems and accountability, which can weaken those systems in the long term.

4. Systemic Solutions vs. Philanthropy

• Redistribution of Wealth: Progressive taxation and fair labor practices would reduce the need for philanthropy by addressing inequality at its source.

• Investment in Public Goods: Strengthening public systems like healthcare, education, and social safety nets is a more equitable and sustainable approach to solving societal issues.

• Accountability for Exploitation: Wealthy individuals and corporations should be held accountable for the harm caused in their pursuit of profit, from environmental destruction to worker exploitation.

5. Moral Hypocrisy and Public Perception

• The Savior Complex: Wealthy philanthropists are often lauded as saviors for addressing problems they helped create, which obscures the systemic changes needed to prevent those problems in the first place.

• Public Distrust: Many people recognize this hypocrisy, leading to growing criticism of “billionaire philanthropy” and calls for systemic change rather than reliance on individual generosity.

Conclusion

Philanthropy, when practiced by wealthy capitalists, often serves to uphold the very system that allows extreme inequality to exist. While charitable giving can provide immediate relief, it is no substitute for structural reforms that address the root causes of societal problems. True moral high ground would require dismantling exploitative systems, ensuring fair distribution of resources, and prioritizing collective well-being over personal wealth accumulation.

[sidhewrites]

before I forget again, since we're all hurting financially:

If you live in the US, remember to save receipts and write down whenever you donate to a charity, give items to a thrift/second hand store (approximate the value of the items), or purchase memberships from certain organizations such as AZA accredited zoos and aquariums.

Any amount counts, though there are additional rules if you donate over a certain amount of money/monetary value.

Tax Connection's article linked here does a good job of breaking it down in ways slightly easier to understand than irs.com's article linked here, and I'll also link another IRS article for filing charitable donations here

If someone more skilled in explaning these things wants to chime in please feel free, and please take care of yourselves 💛

[the-lucky-shadow]

Very true, but this is actually worse than it even sounds. When the computer asks if you want to donate, and you say yes, that money is not going to the charity directly. It's going to the corporation as revenue, which it will then pass on to the charity as its OWN, TAX DEDUCTIBLE charitable donation. The company is using you as a tax break.

TL;DR: The corp is scamming you, the charity, and the government. If you want an easy, cheap way to help people, buy an extra can of spaghettios or something and drop it off at your closest food pantry

[chocolatedetectivehottub]

tax return,

tax return,

Understanding Tax Returns: What You Need to Know

A tax return is a form submitted to the tax authorities that outlines an individual’s or business’s income, expenses, and other relevant financial information for a specific period, typically a year. It is a key document used to determine the amount of tax owed or the refund due.

Whether you’re filing as an individual or as a business, understanding how tax returns work can help you comply with tax laws and avoid penalties. Let’s break down what a tax return is, how it works, and why it’s important.

What is a Tax Return?

A tax return is a set of forms or documents filed with tax authorities that reports your financial information for a specific tax year. This includes details about your income (such as salary, wages, investments, and business earnings), deductions, credits, and taxes already paid. By completing and filing your tax return, you are essentially telling the government how much you earned and how much tax you owe or have already paid.

The most common types of tax returns include:

Individual Tax Returns: Filed by individual taxpayers, typically using forms like the 1040 in the United States.

Corporate Tax Returns: Filed by businesses to report profits, expenses, and taxes owed.

Partnership or LLC Tax Returns: Filed by businesses structured as partnerships or limited liability companies.

Why is a Tax Return Important?

Legal Compliance: Filing your tax return ensures you comply with your country’s tax laws. Failure to file a return can result in penalties, interest on overdue taxes, or even legal action in extreme cases.

Tax Refunds: If you’ve overpaid on your taxes, filing a return allows you to claim a refund. For instance, if you had taxes withheld from your paycheck, you might have paid more than required, and the government will return the excess.

Deductions and Credits: Your tax return is where you can claim deductions or credits to lower your tax liability. This could include deductions for medical expenses, mortgage interest, charitable donations, and child tax credits.

Record Keeping: Filing a tax return creates a formal record of your financial activity. This can be useful for future reference, whether you’re applying for a loan, seeking government benefits, or proving income.

How to File a Tax Return

Gather Documents: Collect all relevant financial documents, such as income statements (e.g., W-2, 1099), proof of expenses, receipts for deductions, and any other records of financial transactions during the tax year.

Choose the Right Form: The form you need to fill out depends on your income type, filing status, and other factors. For individuals in the United States, the most common form is the Form 1040. Some may need additional schedules for more complex situations.

Fill Out the Form: Accurately complete your form by listing all of your income and expenses. You can either do this manually or use tax preparation software, which simplifies the process and reduces the likelihood of mistakes.

File the Return: Once completed, you can file your return electronically through online platforms, such as the IRS e-file system (for U.S. residents), or submit a paper return by mail.

Pay Any Taxes Owed: If you owe additional taxes beyond what you’ve already paid, you must remit payment by the tax filing deadline. Failure to do so may result in penalties and interest charges.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Underreporting Income: Always report all sources of income, even if they seem small. Not reporting income can lead to audits or penalties.

Missed Deductions: Failing to claim eligible deductions is another common mistake. Ensure you take advantage of every credit or deduction you qualify for, such as child tax credits, student loan interest deductions, or retirement savings contributions.

Late Filing: Always file on time to avoid penalties. If you need more time, consider filing for an extension (note that this only extends the filing deadline, not the payment deadline).

Errors in Tax Software: While tax software can be a helpful tool, it’s crucial to double-check all the information entered, as errors in data can lead to inaccurate filings.

When to File a Tax Return

In many countries, tax returns must be filed by a specific deadline. For example, in the United States, the deadline for individual tax returns is typically April 15 each year (unless extended). However, businesses or individuals with special circumstances might have different deadlines, so it's important to stay informed.

Tax Professionals vs. Self-Filing

While some individuals prefer to file their own tax returns using software or manual methods, others may choose to hire a tax professional. Tax preparers can be especially helpful for complex financial situations, such as owning a business, having international income, or claiming a large number of deductions.

Hiring a professional can also save time and ensure accuracy, but it's important to choose someone trustworthy and knowledgeable.

Conclusion

Filing a tax return is an essential part of managing your finances and complying with tax laws. Whether you’re filing as an individual or a business, understanding the process helps ensure you are not overpaying or underpaying taxes, and that you are taking full advantage of any deductions or credits available to you. Always make sure to file your return on time, and consult a tax professional if needed to avoid costly mistakes.

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Feeding Hope with the Most Effective Charities

Food insecurity isn’t a far-off issue. It’s happening closer to home—affecting families juggling bills, meals, and survival. Those living paycheck to paycheck know the struggle. Rent goes up, groceries get pricier, and putting food on the table suddenly feels like a luxury. It’s a tough cycle. Fortunately, the most effective charities, like Philabundance, are making sure hunger doesn’t win.

The Daily Challenges of Living on the Edge

For people on tight budgets, every dollar matters. A car repair, an unexpected medical bill, or a missed day of work can mean choosing between groceries and utilities. Food insecurity doesn’t just empty fridges—it takes a toll on health, focus, and dignity. That’s where organizations like Philabundance come in, turning donations into direct solutions for hungry families.

Philabundance: Driving Hunger Away, One Meal at a Time

Philabundance is a nonprofit committed to ending hunger in nine counties across southeastern Philadelphia and southern New Jersey. Through food distribution and programs tackling root causes, they aim for more than short-term relief—they aim for lasting change. It’s one of the most effective charities making a real difference for families who need it most.

Why Philabundance Deserves Your Support

1. Local Impact Matters

Supporting local food pantries does more than fill shelves—it feeds communities. When you give to Philabundance, your contribution helps stock up food banks in neighborhoods where the need is greatest. This means families struggling with food insecurity don’t have to go without their next meal.

2. Every Dollar Equals Real Meals

Your donations aren’t just numbers. They translate into meals. Philabundance stretches every contribution—turning it into food for families, children, and seniors. One dollar donated can help provide two meals. It’s tangible, it’s direct, and it makes a difference where it matters most: on dinner tables.

3. Tackling Hunger at Its Core

Philabundance isn’t just handing out meals—they’re addressing why hunger happens in the first place. Programs supporting job training, education, and financial stability give families the tools to break free from food insecurity for good. It’s a sustainable solution, not just a quick fix.

4. Donations That Benefit You, Too

Giving back comes with perks. Donations to Philabundance are tax-deductible, meaning you can help feed families while reducing your taxable income. It’s a win-win—you do good, and you get a little back during tax season.

5. Small Contributions, Big Impact

Never underestimate the power of your donation. Whether it’s $5, $50, or $500, every amount helps Philabundance continue its fight against hunger. When combined with contributions from others, even a modest gift grows into thousands of meals for struggling families.

Give More Than Money—Give Time

Not everyone can donate financially, but time is just as valuable. Volunteering with Philabundance means sorting food, packing meals, and helping get resources where they’re needed. Whether you have an hour or a day, your time can change someone’s week.

Making the Most Effective Charities Work for Everyone

Hunger isn’t someone else’s problem—it’s everyone’s. Supporting organizations like Philabundance means fewer families will go to bed hungry tonight. Their work proves that hunger doesn’t stand a chance when communities come together. Whether you donate, volunteer, or share their mission, you can be part of the solution.

Food insecurity is tough, but Philabundance is tougher. On their website, you’ll be able to learn more about their work and maybe join their mission one day. Small actions create big change—and no one should have to wonder where their next meal is coming from.

Want to see the impact for yourself? Visit Philabundance’s donation page to give today and help drive hunger away for good.

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