Charitable Gifts

What Can You do as an Individual to Uplift Humanity?

Mallika Chopra | Posted 02.20.2009 | Living


Mallika Chopra

The power that each of us has in our families, particularly as mothers, is incredible. We shape the world view, the biases, the sense of understanding and compassion in our children.

Larry Mellon's Inspiring Mid-Life Crisis

Diana Odasso | Posted 01.28.2009 | World


Diana Odasso

As I reflect on my holiday experience last year and in light of this year's economic and moral climate, I marvel on the ability of a few to change the lives of many.

My Christmas Bail Out: An Open Letter to My Friends

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 01.04.2009 | Style


Dr. Irene S. Levine

By avoiding Black Friday this year, I've already saved the lives of innocent strangers who otherwise might have been trampled by sale-crazed crowds.

10 Overlooked Tax Breaks

Bankrate Via CNBC | Kay Bell | Posted 04.12.2008 | Business


Tax time is winding down. For most of us who've yet to file a return, the reason for the delay is that we owe Uncle Sam. We might be able to shave so...

Donate Stocks, Not Cash

Los Angeles Times | Kathy M. Kristof | Posted 03.28.2008 | Business


Americans make about $200 billion in tax-deductible gifts to charity each year, and most of them are in cash. But if you have stock in your investmen...