This holiday season marks a return to familiar traditions for many. As we wrap gifts and gather for festive meals, we can also express our appreciation by contributing to charitable organizations.
In this discussion, experts share effective strategies to enhance our charitable contributions, regardless of our donation capacity. Valerie Jones, a Certified Fundraising Executive with over 25 years of experience, leads the conversation. She founded a boutique fundraising consultancy and authored the book, “Nonprofit Hero: Five Easy Steps to Successful Board Fundraising.” Valerie emphasizes the importance of selecting the right causes, conducting pre-donation research, and fostering community involvement in giving.
Our second guest, Adam Nash, co-founded a nonprofit organization that provides a platform for donations through its donor-advised fund (DAF). He also serves on the Board of Directors for Acorns and Shift Technologies and teaches personal finance at Stanford. Adam explains essential tax information related to charitable giving, including how to qualify for deductions, the benefits of donating appreciated stock, and the advantages of using DAFs for tax-efficient donations.
